Sesame Edamame and Rice Noodle Shift Bowl
A refreshing cold noodle bowl with shelled edamame, crisp carrots, and a savory sesame tamari dressing. Designed for long shifts with no reheating required.
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becky + Lila
Becky created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Trigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
Evening comfort
Head toward bedtime properly fed
A satisfying evening meal can make the night feel simpler. Notice whether the portion and timing fit comfortably into your sleep routine.
Notice: timing + overnight comfort
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Setup
Get set up
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Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Prep this meal up to 3 days ahead; the flavor deepens as the noodles absorb the savory dressing.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Bring a small pot of water to…
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Bring a small pot of water to…
Bring a small pot of water to a boil over high heat.
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Cook the rice noodles according to package…
Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until tender (about 4 to 5 minutes). Drain and rinse thoroughly under cold running water to stop the cooking process and cool completely.
Look for: tender (about 4 to 5 minutes)
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Whisk together the sesame oil
Whisk together the sesame oil, tamari (or light soy sauce), and rice vinegar in a small bowl until emulsified into a dressing.
Look for: emulsified into a dressing
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Combine cooled rice noodles
Combine cooled rice noodles, cooked shelled edamame, and shredded carrot in a portable airtight container.
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Pour the sesame dressing over the noodle…
Pour the sesame dressing over the noodle mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
Look for: evenly coated
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Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Seal the container and chill in the…
Seal the container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before packing into an insulated bag for your shift.
Allow: 30 minutes
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