This is not the greasy Lo Mein of your favorite Chinese take-out, it tastes even better. Plus you get plenty of nutrients with the addition of edamame, a great vegetarian protein source. Make it a Meal: Fruit sorbet and sesame cookies are a perfect ending.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
• 2 cups frozen edamame, (shelled soybeans)
• 4 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup oyster sauce , or vegetarian "oyster" sauce
• 1/4 cup rice-wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 medium carrots, cut into matchsticks
• 2 small red bell peppers, cut into matchsticks

Directions

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add spaghetti and edamame and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is just tender, 8 to 10 minutes or according to package directions. Drain.
• Meanwhile, whisk scallions, oyster sauce, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil and crushed red pepper in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved.
• Heat canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add carrots and bell peppers and cook, stirring often, until slightly softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the pasta and edamame. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is crispy in spots, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the sauce and stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories 417, Total Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 5 g, Sodium 569 mg, Carbohydrate 60 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 18 g, Potassium 310 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin A 140%, Vitamin C 130%, Iron 20%. Exchanges: Starch 3.5, Vegetable 1, Lean Meat 1, Fat 2.
• Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet