Low-Key Vegan Friday: Peanut Noodle Bowl (Better Than Takeout)
Friday night is usually reserved for takeout, right?
But sometimes, all you really want is something quick, satisfying, and homemade — without a lot of effort.
Enter: Low-Key Vegan Friday.
This peanut noodle bowl comes together in 15 minutes and hits all the same notes as your favorite takeout — but with ingredients you feel good about. It’s colorful, crunchy, cozy, and endlessly adaptable.
Make it once and you’ll start craving this every Friday.
🛒 What You’ll Need
Thin noodles (I like rice noodles or soba — use gluten-free if needed)
Shredded carrots
Scallions, sliced
Red or purple cabbage, thinly sliced
Sesame seeds + chopped cashews (for crunch)
Optional add-ons:
Pan-crisped tofu or edamame for protein
Fresh cilantro or basil for brightness
A squeeze of lime to finish
🥜 Peanut Sauce
3 tbsp creamy peanut butter
1 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
1 tsp maple syrup
1–2 tbsp warm water (to thin)
Optional: grated garlic or ginger
Whisk until smooth and pourable.
👩🍳 To Assemble
Cook noodles according to package instructions. Rinse in cool water and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine noodles, shredded veggies, and peanut sauce. Toss until everything is coated.
Top with sesame seeds, chopped cashews, and anything else you love.
Serve right away — or chill it and enjoy cold later.
💫 Why You’ll Love It
Ready in 15 minutes
Naturally vegan + gluten-free
Customizable with whatever’s in your fridge
Tastes way better than takeout
🌱 Let Me Know
If you make this, tag me @kellysgreenkitchen — I’d love to see your Low-Key Vegan Friday creations.
