Almond Butter Green Bean Pad Thai with Tofu - Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan Recipe
Almond butter is the star ingredients in this healthy twist on classic Asian Pad Thai. This oil-free, vegan recipe adds green beans and sweet onion for simple, delicious flavor. A quick and satisfying plant-based dinner! So much better than typical takeout!
Preheat your oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper on a nonstick silicon baking mat.
Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.
To Roast the Tofu:
Dice the tofu into bite-sized cubes and spread into a single layer on the pre-lined baking sheet. Roast 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through. Tofu should be golden around the edges. Let cool slightly.
To cook the Brown Rice Noodles:
Cook noodles in the pot of boiling water, according to package directions. You want the noodles to be “al dente” (with a little bite), so cook about 2 minutes shy of done. When the noodles are ready, portion out 1 cup of the cooking water. You’ll use this for the sauce. Drain the noodles well and set aside. While the noodles boil, prepare the sauce and vegetables for the stir-fry.
To make the Almond Butter Pad Thai Sauce:
In a blender, combine all of the ingredients for the Almond Butter Pad Thai Sauce. Start with ½ cup of water from boiling the noodles. Puree until creamy. You may need more water to reach a smooth, pourable consistency. Taste to adjust seasoning and spice level, add more red chili sauce if you prefer.
To make the Almond Butter Green Bean Pad Thai:
Preheat a wide sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until golden brown around the edges, about 7-8 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes, until aromatic. Add the green beans and ½ cup water. Sauté until the green beans are bright green and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add the cooked noodles, the roasted tofu, and Almond Butter Pad Thai Sauce. Stir everything to combine and continue cooking over medium-high heat until everything is warm and well-incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Medium Servings: 6
Ready In: 35 minutes
Yield: about 8 cups stir-fry + 2 cups sauce