Healthy Recipes Ingredient Pasta and Noodle 25-Minute Peanut Noodles 4.4 (5) 4 Reviews These super-quick peanut noodles are sure to find their way into your weeknight rotation. If you have a little more time on your hands, stir in wilted spinach or sautéed veggies for a colorful and nutritious pop. For some extra protein, top with grilled chicken. Garnish with crushed peanuts, if desired. By Liv Dansky Liv Dansky Liv Dansky has worked for EatingWell since 2019 as a recipe tester and developer and, more recently, as a writer. Her work can be found across brands like Food & Wine, EatingWell, Southern Living, Real Simple, and Serious Eats. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 19, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Active Time: 25 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Diabetes-Friendly Dairy-Free High-Fiber Vegan Vegetarian Egg-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti ⅓ cup crunchy natural peanut butter ⅓ cup water 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar ¾ cup thinly sliced scallions, plus more for garnish Directions Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Meanwhile, whisk peanut butter, water, soy sauce, lime juice, chile-garlic sauce, sesame oil and brown sugar together in a large bowl until combined. Stir in scallions. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Add the spaghetti to the peanut butter mixture; toss to coat. Divide among 4 bowls. Garnish with additional scallions, if desired. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Frequently Asked Questions What are the health benefits of using whole-wheat noodles? Can I use another type? Whole-wheat noodles are made with the entire wheat grain. Whole grains have more fiber and nutrients than foods made with refined white flour, which uses just a portion of the wheat grain. Eating more whole grains has been shown to play a role in lowering your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers. It also helps increase the beneficial bacteria in your gut.If you don't love the taste of whole-wheat noodles, a helpful tip is to make half your noodles whole-wheat and half of them regular noodles. This may help you ease into it and get used to the (very slightly different) taste of the whole-wheat noodles. Or you can use any other long noodle that you prefer. Is peanut butter good for you? Yes! Peanuts and peanut butter are full of healthy fats in the form of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. They also provide important nutrients, including fiber, protein, magnesium and folate. Research suggests eating them may help reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure and cholesterol. Is this recipe vegan? This recipe contains no animal products, so, yes, it is vegan-friendly. I don’t have crunchy peanut butter, can I use creamy peanut butter instead? Yes, you can! We recommend using natural peanut butter, which is made with just peanuts and sometimes a little salt. What do you serve with Peanut Noodles? Top them with julienned cucumbers, shredded cabbage or sliced radishes for some crunch. For an easy dinner, serve the peanut noodles with wilted spinach, stir-fried veggies or grilled veggies. Add grilled chicken or grilled tofu for extra protein. What are Peanut Noodles made of? Peanut noodles all start with a flavorful peanut sauce. They can be made with different types of noodles, either fresh or dried. This simple recipe for peanut noodles is made with whole-wheat spaghetti, natural peanut butter, lower-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, chile-garlic sauce, sesame oil, dark brown sugar and scallions. Are Peanut Noodles served hot or cold? Peanut noodles can be served hot or cold. To make ahead, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Stir in the scallions before serving. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers and Jan Valdez Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, June 2023 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 378 Calories 16g Fat 52g Carbs 13g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size about 1/2 cup Calories 378 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 52g 19% Dietary Fiber 7g 25% Total Sugars 6g Added Sugars 1g 2% Protein 13g 26% Total Fat 16g 21% Saturated Fat 3g 15% Vitamin A 191IU 4% Vitamin C 6mg 7% Vitamin E 2mg 13% Folate 52mcg 13% Vitamin K 40mcg 33% Sodium 450mg 20% Calcium 46mg 4% Iron 3mg 17% Magnesium 77mg 18% Potassium 309mg 7% Zinc 2mg 18% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.