Looking to add some excitement to your weekday lunch or dinner? We love noodle bowls as a quick and healthy meal option that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare! Here are 5 reasons we love noodle bowls along with 5 recipe ideas to spark your creativity.
5 Reasons We Love Noodle Bowls for Lunch and Dinner
1. Customizability
Noodle bowls offer a great way to customize meals according to your taste and dietary requirements, while also preventing food waste by utilizing leftover ingredients.
Almost anything in a noodle bowl can be customized:
- Type of noodles (i.e. rice noodles, soba noodles, udon noodles)
- Thickness of noodle
- Protein (i.e. eggs, chicken, beef, tofu)
- Vegetables
- Sauces
- Seasonings and garnishes
2. Nutrition
As mentioned, homemade noodle bowls are highly customizable, which allows you to tailor your ingredients to create a healthy and nutritious meal. For instance, adding eggs can provide protein, healthy fats and nutrients. Our recommendation is to include vegetables rich in nutrients, lean proteins, and sauces that are low in unsaturated fats to enhance the nutritional value of your noodle bowl while still maintaining fun flavour.
3. Easy Preparation
Noodle bowls are often quick and easy to prepare, making them a convenient choice for busy lunches or dinners. Many noodle bowl recipes can be made in under 30 minutes, especially if you have pre-cooked proteins and vegetables on hand.
4. Hunger Satisfaction
Noodle bowls are inherently filling due to the combination of carbohydrates from the noodles, proteins, and vegetables. They provide sustained energy and can keep you feeling satisfied for hours, making them an excellent choice for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
5. Flavour
Noodle bowls come in various flavours and styles, depending on the ingredients and preparation method used. Whether you want a zesty Thai dish with red curry paste and coconut milk, a tasty Japanese ramen bowl, or a basic stir-fry with sesame soy sauce, there are endless options to choose from.
5 Noodle Bowl Recipes to Inspire You
Get inspired to make noodle bowls with these 5 recipes!
