Simple Green Smoothies
Ramen-Style Vegan Zoodles in a Jar
These ramen-style zoodles layer spiralized zucchini with kale, shredded carrot, green onion, garlic and crunchy pepitas in a jar, then a hot tamari sesame broth pours over the top. A light lunch you can pack, ready in 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cup vegetable stock
- 1 tsp tamari
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 zucchini
- ½ cup kale cut into ribbons
- ¼ cup carrot shredded
- 2 tbsp green onions thinly sliced
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 2 tbsp pepitas
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable stock, sesame oil and tamari in the microwave or in a saucepan on the stove until nearly boiling.
- Trim the ends off the zucchini and spiralize it into long strands. Cut the noodles into spaghetti-length pieces if needed and place them in a quart-size mason jar or bowl.
- Layer the kale, carrot, green onions, garlic and pepitas on top of the zucchini noodles.
- Pour the hot stock over the vegetables and let stand for 5 minutes to warm through before serving.
Recipe Notes
- Spice Level: Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes to the stock for some heat.
- Flavor Tip: If you have time, saute the garlic, carrot and kale in the sesame oil for a minute or two before layering for deeper flavor.
- Protein Boost: Add 1/2 cup cubed baked tofu or shelled edamame to the jar for a heartier lunch. Find more ideas in this plant-based protein guide.
- Make Ahead: Layer the vegetables in the jar and refrigerate for up to 2 days, then pour in the hot stock just before eating. Eat it soon after the 5-minute rest, since the zucchini noodles soften the longer they sit.
Nutrition
Serving: 2cups | Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2262mg | Potassium: 870mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 7911IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 3mg
