Healthy Pad Thai – The Frypans

Name: Healthy Pad Thai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 100g rice noodles; 1 cup mixed vegetables; 1 egg; 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp peanuts, chopped; Fresh cilantro

🗒 Breakfast 🍽 American

Healthy, colorful Pad Thai ready in minutes.

A light and healthy take on the classic Pad Thai with fresh vegetables and rice noodles.

Ingredients

100g rice noodles
1 cup mixed vegetables
1 egg
2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp peanuts, chopped
Fresh cilantro

Instructions

Cook rice noodles according to package instructions.
Heat oil in a pan, sauté vegetables 3-4 minutes.
Add egg and scramble.
Add noodles, tamari, and lime juice.
Toss everything together and garnish with peanuts and cilantro.

Expert Tips

Do not overcook noodles to avoid stickiness. | Use fresh vegetables for crunch.

Recipe Notes

Can add tofu or shrimp for protein.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make vegan?

Yes, omit egg and add tofu.

How to store leftovers?

Store in fridge up to 1 day.

Prep Time15 minutes

Cook Time15 minutes

Servings2 servings

Rating4.9/5 (85)

Maria Bakkers

A home cook and recipe creator from the United States. With a background in Hospitality and Catering, I love turning everyday ingredients into simple, family-friendly meals. When I’m not in the kitchen, I enjoy camping with my husband and our two children. On The Fry Pans, I share easy recipes, cooking tips, and honest kitchen tool reviews to help families cook smarter and eat better.

While Maria develops all our recipes, we want to provide the most accurate health information. This article was medically reviewed by Dr. Farzana Antu, BSc, MS, MPH (North South University) Nutrition and Food Science, to ensure accuracy.