Carrot Noodle Pad Thai (Vegan and Noodle-Free)

This non-traditional carrot noodle Pad Thai is a much healthier version of the takeout classic. It's vegan, low-carb, and easy to make, so you can enjoy this healthy Pad Thai whenever the craving strikes.

Ingredients

  • Two 12-oz packages of carrot noodles (or ~6-8 c if you spiralize your own)
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • White parts of 8-10 scallions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, very finely minced
  • 3 tbsp soy or tamari sauce
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • Zest of a lime
  • Juice of a lime
  • 1 c mung bean sprouts, plus more for garnish
  • 0.25 c fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish, coarsely chopped
  • 0.25 c roasted, salted peanuts, plus more for garnish
  • Green parts of two scallions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the carrot noodles as needed. For frozen carrot noodles, thaw them and let them sit in a colander so that any excess water can drain off. For fresh carrot noodles, boil for about two minutes until tender, then drain in a colander.
  2. To a large skillet over medium heat, add the coconut oil, sesame oil, and the chopped white ends of the scallions. Cook the scallions until lightly browned.
  3. Mince the garlic while the scallions are cooking. After the scallions have browned, add the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about one minute.
  4. Decrease the heat to low and add the tamari, tahini, rice vinegar, and lime zest. Let it simmer for a couple minutes to develop a rich, thick sauce. Stir frequently to avoid sticking.
  5. Add the drained carrot noodles to the skillet. Cook for about five minutes, tossing continuously, until the carrot noodles are heated through and evenly coated in sauce.
  6. Just before serving, add the lime juice, bean sprouts, cilantro, and peanuts, then toss again.
  7. Transfer the carrot noodle Pad Thai to serving dishes. Garnish with additional bean sprouts, cilantro, and peanuts, plus the green parts of a couple scallions.
RECIPE from The Rogue Brussel Sprout Blog
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