Veggie Lo Mein

Lo mein and stir fry dinners so versatile- they are great for those nights when you have a bunch of veggies on hand but no real plan for what to make.  Plus they are fast, especially when you aren't cooking meat.

Why It's So Awesome (aka, the nutritional stuff):  

• Edamame (soybeans)- good source of meatless protein
• Whole wheat pasta- whole grains, protein and fiber. 
• Green beans, cabbage and carrots- together provide a great source of vitamin C and vitamin A

Veggie Lo Mein

Serves 4-6 as a main dish

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of whole wheat pasta (I used linguine), cooked following package directions
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 bag (16 oz)of coleslaw mix (shredded white cabbage and carrots)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups of shelled edamame (soybeans), thawed if using frozen
• 3 cups green beans, fresh or frozen
• 1 cup Teriyaki sauce
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, pealed and minced

Preparation:

1. Saute olive oil, coleslaw mix and garlic in a round bottomed skillet or wok (such as a flat-bottom 14 inch wok) on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.  Reduce heat to medium and add green beans and edamame.  Stir-fry for 7-10 minutes until cooked but still crisp.   
2. While the veggies are cooking, whisk together Teriyaki sauce, soy sauce and flour until smooth.  Add in ginger.  
3. Mix veggies, pasta and sauce together and enjoy!