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Food plays an important role in maintaining a healthy and active life, because when you eat properly, you give the body the nutrients it needs to function optimally. Moreover, a proper diet will help you both to maintain the right body weight and energy level, as well as to prevent certain diseases. If you want to have delicious and hearty meals, you can opt for noodles, a healthy and delicious alternative to floury pasta. They are made from wheat flour, rice, sweet potatoes or other grains and are rich in complex carbohydrates, fiber and protein, which help maintain blood sugar levels, an optimal body weight and reduce appetite. In addition, noodles are an excellent option if you want to avoid animal products, because they can be made from flour and water combined with fresh vegetables, sauces and vegetable proteins to create a delicious and satisfying meal.
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There are many delicious noodle recipes that you can opt for, but you need a few main ingredients for their simple and quick preparation. First of all, to cook a recipe with noodles, you need this type of pasta, which is available in various versions, such as rice, sweet potatoes or cereals. Also, adding some fresh vegetables to your noodle recipe can increase your nutrient intake and provide you with health benefits. For example, you can opt for broccoli, because it is rich in vitamins C and K, fiber and antioxidants, or for carrots, because they are an excellent source of vitamins A, K and fiber.
In addition, to build or maintain your muscle mass, you can opt to include proteins in your noodles recipe. For this to be possible, it is necessary to add protein foods , eggs or meat to your preparation. If you don't want to eat meat, you can opt for tofu, because it is a good source of protein and contains all the essential amino acids. Another thing to keep in mind when you want to prepare a healthy noodle recipe is the oil you use. You can choose a cooking spray , because it is easy to use and has a low number of calories due to the efficient dosing of the amount of oil that you will add to your recipe.
In addition to the previously mentioned ingredients, you can opt for calorie-free sauces in case you want to improve your noodles recipe and add taste and texture. You can choose healthy sauces, such as garlic or soy. Also, if you want to improve the aroma and taste of your dish, you can add spices and aromatic herbs. You can choose spices such as ginger, because it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, or aromatic herbs, such as coriander or mint, which will add a fresh and aromatic touch to your dish.
Depending on your preferences, there are many delicious and healthy noodle recipes that you can choose from, such as:
This noodle recipe is a good source of fiber and vitamins, as it contains many vegetables and healthy foods. In addition to vegetables, this includes protein pasta , a healthy alternative to flour, coconut oil, a healthy source of saturated fat, and ginger, which has anti-inflammatory properties and helps digestion. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or those of the people you are going to serve it with.
First, it is necessary to boil the pasta you have chosen in a large pot according to the instructions on the package, and then drain it well and leave it aside. After following this step, heat the coconut oil in a large pan, add the garlic and onion and sauté them for about 5 minutes. Then, add the bell pepper, carrot, peas and mushrooms and continue to cook everything for another 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables become soft. Add the soy sauce, ground ginger, salt and pepper and mix well, and after this step add all the noodles. For the dish to be ready, you only need to add all the ingredients well so that the noodles are covered by the sauce and vegetables, take the pan off the heat and sprinkle fresh coriander on top.
2. Noodles with sweet potatoes and salmon:
This preparation is rich in proteins, vitamins and fibers. Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of carotenoids and fiber, salmon is rich in fatty acids, omega-3 and protein, and rice noodles are a healthy gluten-free alternative to flour pasta. To make this recipe healthier, you can replace the olive oil with coconut or avocado oil, both of which are rich in fatty acids beneficial for health. Also, instead of salmon, you can use tuna or tofu for a vegetarian or vegan option.
The first step is to preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius, and then mix the sweet potato cubes with the olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl. After you have mixed them, spread them in a single layer on a baking tray and put them in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are browned and soft. Then, in a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey and ginger, and in a large pan, heat a spoonful of olive oil and add the garlic and bell pepper, which you saute for about 2 minutes or until soften. In a pan, put the peas, carrot, salmon and soy sauce with ginger and cook them for about 5-7 minutes or until the salmon is cooked but not dry. Meanwhile, boil the noodles according to the instructions on the package, drain them well and add them to the pan with vegetables and salmon. Then, add the browned sweet potatoes and sesame seeds and mix them well. Finally, you just have to decorate your dish with fresh coriander, after which you can serve it.
3. Noodles with chicken and green beans:
This recipe is an excellent option for a healthy and tasty meal, full of protein and fresh vegetables. Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein and essential nutrients, while vegetables add color and valuable nutrients. Also, this recipe is one that you can customize using your favorite ingredients, so that you can turn it into one to your taste.
Start by preparing the noodles according to the instructions on the package, and then heat the sesame oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Next, add the chicken breast cubes and fry them for 5-6 minutes or until they are browned or ready. Add the onion, garlic, hot pepper, carrot and green beans and mix everything well, then add the soy sauce and mix again. Finally, add the noodles to the pan and mix well until they heat up and combine with the other ingredients. Do not forget to taste and add salt and pepper. After they are ready, you only need to add fresh coriander or parsley and they can be served.
Preparing and serving recipes with healthy noodles can be a culinary experience that you will like. However, you can improve the noodles, simple or customized recipe, with the help of some tips and recommendations, such as:
In conclusion, there are a lot of noodle recipes that you can try because they can be wonderful options for your meals. They are healthy and can be customized according to your own taste and seasoned with a lot of tasty ingredients that will turn your meals into delicious ones that you can enjoy with your loved ones. What noodle recipes do you want to try?
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