Mushroom & Tahini Noodle Bowl (Low Carb, Plant-Based)

This Mushroom & Tahini Noodle Bowl is a quick, nourishing, and flavour-packed dish that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner. With umami-rich sautéed mushrooms, creamy tahini dressing, and konjac noodles as the base, it’s a low-carb and plant-based dream that comes together in under 30 minutes.

The combination of ginger, garlic, tamari, and tahini creates a beautiful balance of earthy, salty, and nutty flavours, while fresh herbs and spring onions lift everything with brightness and freshness.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Low carb & gut-friendly – Konjac noodles are low-GI and easy on digestion
Creamy & satisfying – The tahini-based sauce brings richness without dairy
Umami depth – Mushrooms, tamari, and sesame make this bowl deeply savoury
One pan, one bowl – Quick to make and easy to clean up

Mushroom & Tahini Noodle Bowl (Low Carb, Plant-Based)

This Mushroom & Tahini Noodle Bowl is comforting, nourishing, and oh-so-satisfying—perfect for when you want something hearty but still healthy. It’s a total weeknight winner.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 2

Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients

  

The Bowl

• 1 packet konjac noodles rinsed thoroughly
• 2 cups mushrooms sliced
• 1 tsp tamari
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup bok choy or baby spinach

Tahini Sauce

• 2 tbsp tahini
• 1 tbso lemon juice
• 1 tsp tamari
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• pinch of ground cumin
• salt and pepper to taste
• warm water to thin

To Serve

• sesame oil
• spring onion
• sesame seeds

Instructions

 

Prepare the noodles

• Rinse the noodles thoroughly, then pat dry and set aside.

Sauté the mushrooms

• In a pan, heat a little avocado/coconut/olive oil. Add mushrooms, tamari, and paprika. Cook until browned and caramelised (about 6–8 mins). Add spinach or bok choy and sauté until wilted.

Make the tahini sauce

• While the mushrooms are cooking, make the tahini sauce. Whisk tahini, lemon, tamari, garlic powder, cumin, and a splash of warm water until smooth and pourable. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Mix Together

• Add the tahini sauce and noodles to the pan. Heat through and allow to thicken slightly.

Finish and Serve

• Drizzle with a little sesame oil, sesame seeds and spring onion.

Notes

Tips & Variations

✔️ Add crunch with toasted nuts or seeds on top (like cashews or sunflower seeds).
✔️ Protein boost? Add crispy tofu, edamame, or hemp seeds for a more filling bowl.
✔️ Make it meal-prep friendly by storing the noodles, mushrooms, and sauce separately and combining just before eating.

 

Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~220 kcal
• Carbs: ~10g
• Protein: ~7g
• Fat: ~16g
• Fibre: ~6g
• Sugar: ~2g (naturally occurring)

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