Pad Thai That Will Steal Your Hearts….of Palm

This lightened up version of the popular Thai dish is made with hearts of palm “pasta” that keeps our hearts and blood sugars happy.

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

• 1 9-oz package hearts of palm noodles
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 red bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 cup bean sprouts

For the Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons nut butter
• 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons fish sauce

For the Garnish:

• Green onion
• Cilantro
• Lime wedge

Directions:

1. Rinse the hearts of palm pasta in cold water and allow to drain.
2. Mix all sauce ingredients in a separate bowl.
3. Heat sesame oil in a pan, add sliced red pepper and minced garlic, sauté for a few minutes.
4. Add two eggs and use a spatula to continuously scramble/mix with the veggies.
5. Add in hearts of palm noodles, bean sprouts, and sauce, mix to coat evenly.
6. Transfer to bowls and garnish with green onion, cilantro, and a lime wedge.

Approximate nutrition per serving:

Calories: 340, Fat: 27g, Carbs: 16g, Protein: 14g