You can have this side dish on the table in 10 minutes! A quick & easy 10-Minute Gluten-Free Vegetable Lo Mein recipe that's better than Chinese take-out, is vegan, and allergy-free! Great for dinner and perfect for using as healthy leftover lunches!
Quick and easy recipes that happen to be overly delicious? I know you love them, and so do I! Can we get anymore classic than some vegetable lo mein? I think it may be the first "Chinese take-out" dish I ever tried way back in the days of childhood. Nothing beats the simplicity of delicious noodles, crunchy steamed veggies, and that magic "take-out" sauciness that comes with every bite (or chop stick twirl).
Some veggie lo mein was always just a given when ordering Chinese take-out. No matter what we were ordering, lo mein always got added on to the list of dishes. Always a side, never a main, always a supporting actor and never the lead role. So we're giving it some major love today and a nice makeover; so well deserved. By makeover, I mean giving it a celiac-approved gluten-free facelift, keeping it vegan and top-8 allergy-free (no soy, nuts, or peanuts in sight!).
In the sad state of take-out, lo mein noodles are whole wheat based. A no-go for a celiac, but not too difficult when we make one simple swap! Stir-fry rice noodles, of course! The cool thing about these noodles is that you don't even "cook them" per-se. You boil some water, remove the pot from the heat, add the noodles, and let them soften in the hot water. Easy peasy? I think so!
So, did you know that "lo mein" actually means "stirred noodles"? Basically stirring those noodles in a whole lot of delicious flavors (and some colorful veggies!) Another saucy dish that would be perfect with this orange chicken or these orange chickpeas!ย The only thing that would have made this vegetable lo mein better, would have been REAL cardboard take-out containers. Actually, it seems like most Chinese places have switched to those plastic containers (except for rice). How sad...I like the paper containers!
As long as we have some chopsticks instead. That makes up for it! Twirling those saucy rice noodles around the sticks. Are you good (skilled) with chopsticks? I'm not too bad. It's fun to eat with them; may take a bit longer, but worth the mindful dexterous experience! One tip...always have a fork nearby, but only use it when you're about to starve because you haven't gotten any of the food into your mouth! Haha!
More Gluten-Free Takeout Sides:
- Classic Vegetable Fried Rice
- Peanut Sesame Noodles
- Spicy Red Sriracha Quinoa
- Sesame Broccoli Quinoa
- Scallion Oil Noodles
10-Minute Gluten-Free Vegetable Lo Mein
10-Minute Gluten-Free Vegetable Lo Mein (Vegan, Allergy-Free)
You can have this side dish on the table in 10 minutes! A quick & easy 10-Minute Gluten-Free Vegetable Lo Mein recipe that's better than Chinese take-out, is vegan, and top-8 allergy-free! Great for dinner and perfect for using as healthy leftover lunches!
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Side
- Cuisine: Chinese, Asian
Ingredients
- 8 oz Stir-Fry Rice Noodles (cooked according to package directions)
- ยฝ Cup Chopped Carrots
- ยฝ Cup Chopped Broccoli
- ยฝ Cup Chopped Sweet Onion
- ยผ Cup Sliced Water Chestnuts
- ยผ Cup Sliced Red Bell Pepper
- ยผ Cup Chopped Celery
- ยผ Cup Sliced Mushrooms
- Sauce:
- ยผ Cup Coconut Aminos
- 1 TB Rice Vinegar
- 1 TB Sesame Oil
- 1 TB Corn Starch
- 1 TB Sesame Seeds
- 2 Tsp Honey (Vegan Honee)
- 1 Tsp Minced Garlic
- ยฝ Tsp Ground Ginger
- ยฝ Tsp Chili Paste
Instructions
- In a greased large skillet or wok, add the veggies and the sauce ingredients and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until veggies soften a bit.
- Now add the softened, cooked noodles to the veggies and stir everything around for another 5 minutes until all is combined and coated.
Notes
*For the veggies, you can also use a large (16 oz) frozen stir-fry mix if you don't want to do the chopping of fresh! Use any veggies you'd like!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
I always said Indian cuisine was my all-time favorite, but I think I need to change that. Chinese is pretty dang amazing (even the American-ized version!) Not only is this vegetable lo mein "American-ized", but it's "Strength and Sunshine-ized" as well! Gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, top 8-free? Get in my belly!
So tell me:
+ What was that ONE takeout dish that just always got ordered no matter what?
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Rhett
This is soooo delicious and so easy. I love your Chinese take-out recipes. Thank you!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Glad you enjoyed it!
mummy here and here
This looks delicious, I love noodles abs love it is quick to make, perfect for a busy day and little time X
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is super easy to whip together!
Michelle Frank | Flipped-Out Food
I had no idea that lo mein meant "stirred noodles"! Huh. I learned something new, thanks! I love the simplicity in this dish, so it's going straight to the top of my "to-make" list!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, and delicious "stirred noodles" they are ๐ Thanks!
Claudia
Quick and easy sounds great to me.I love the asian kitchen ๐. And your noodle Lo-Min looks simply delicious.
Thanks for sharing! Claudia
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Can't go wrong with Asian food!
Lauren @ Inspire Create Educate
Oh man, that is making me so hungry... I know what I'm making for tea!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Enjoy some lunch!
Victoria
Iโm so glad you posted this recipe! Iโm OBSESSED with Lo Mein but I also have a gluten intolerance. This is definently going into my recipe stash!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Lo mein is such a staple.
Cat | Curly's Cooking
I love noodles and these look so light and tasty.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A side dish you can't go wrong with!
Claire Saul
Sounds perfect! Always looking for new GF recipes.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Great, well enjoy!
Natalie | The Tofu Diaries
You had me at 'ten minutes'. This looks absolutely perfect!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Quick and delicious!
Robin
I JUST ate dinner and this is still making me hungry.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, great!
Selina
This looks wonderful! I eat gluten free, dairy free and soy free so this is perfect. Can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Great, enjoy!
Nico @ yumsome
Get in my belly too! I love lo mein, and yours looks wonderful, Rebecca! xx
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Jacqueline Meldrum
I always love a good noodle dish and that dressing sounds delish!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Can't go wrong with lo mein!
Honest Mum
This looks so delicious x
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Tracy
This is so quick but looks so delicious! Can't wait to try it out
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Quick can always be delish!
Brandi Michel
I love rice noodles!! They don't taste healthy... just totally delicious! Great recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, well they just soak up all the flavors that you pair them with!
Pooja @ Peaceful Banyan Tree
Hmmmm, this looks so tempting and delicious. I don't know why it's called lo mein! I've always heard of chowmein before and that was one dish that was ordered every time we take away Chinese.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Different noodles and methods!
Samantha
This looks delicious! I love veggie lo mein and it's nice to see a vegan option!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's typically a vegan dish.
Emily
I love vegetable lo mein!!! Iโm so excited to try out this recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome! Let me know if you do ๐
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Delicious. And just goes to prove that simple is best! With regards to changing to plastic containers from paper ones, I think we'll be changing back to paper here as more and more plastic packaging gets banned (which is good)!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Actually that is such a good point!! Screw the plastic!!
Asha
I have a feeling this might become a staple in our house. My husband and kid love all things noodle!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O I bet it will then ๐
maryellen
Thanks Rebecca! This looks delicious! My son recently went through heart surgery so needs a low sodium diet. This looks great!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Great enjoy!
Jordan
This looks amazing!! Pinning ๐
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Rebecca
This sounds so good! I recently had to give up dairy while nursing my daughter so this will be perfect for dinner!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Okay, but there was never dairy in lo mein to begin with.
Danielle @ A Sprinkle of Joy
This sounds so tasty!!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Amanda
This looks delicious. Chinese food is always better when it's homemade.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is when you have food allergies!
Amanda Martin
Sounds soo good! My husband LOVES making asian dishes at home so I will have to share with him!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Such a fun cuisine to make at home!
Tia
Omg. This is great. Def bookmarking this.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thank you!
Jen
I crave takeout like this but don't like the unhealthy options available to me. This is outstanding that it is ready in 10 minutes and will definitely be adding this to my list when I'm ready for a takeout kind of dinner.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You'll never have to think about "taking out" again ๐
Natalia
This dish looks so delicious and healthy at the same time. I'd love to have it for dinner soon! I hope that my vegetable Lo Mein will be the same tasty as yours! ๐
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Super easy to make so I'm sure you'll be pleased!
Kate K.
This is the PERFECT recipe for me - two steps! Lo mein has always been a favorite of mine!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The quickest way to get a favorite meal ๐
Ciara
This looks so yummy and healthy too. Pinned for later!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Kate Andrews
I am always looking for good, healthy(ish) vegan and gluten free foods and always find it hard when it comes to Chinese options. Thanks for this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This is a great recipe to get you started!
Aditi Wardhan Singh
I love how easy this was to do. My daughter loves lo mein. Will make this for her for sure.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! This is so quick, easy, and healthy!
Jeanne
This looks like something I have to make and take for lunch.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is a great lunch option!
Caroline @ Love Cake Create
This looks so vibrant and tasty! Love the combination of noodles and veggies ๐
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A delicious combination ๐