Colorful noodle stir fry kits that turn busy nights into easy dinners.

Some nights call for takeout speed without the takeout bill. That’s when these Busy Day Rainbow Noodles come to the rescue. Packed with colorful veggies, tender noodles, and your favorite sauce, each freezer kit is ready to hit the skillet whenever dinner feels impossible. In just minutes, you’ll have a rainbow-bright stir fry that’s as fun to eat as it is easy to make.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• These Busy Day Rainbow Noodles are freezer-friendly and perfect for quick weeknight dinners
• Colorful veggies and tender noodles make this stir fry as fun as it is delicious
• Each kit is easy to prep ahead and cooks straight from the freezer in minutes
• Customizable with your favorite stir fry sauce, toppings, or proteins
• A healthy, family-friendly freezer meal that saves time and adds color to your table

Ingredient Notes

• Noodles – Use soba, lo mein, or rice noodles; cook and cool before freezing so they don’t clump
• Bell peppers – Red, yellow, and green add the rainbow color and a sweet crunch
• Purple cabbage – Shredded cabbage boosts both color and texture in the stir fry
• Carrots – Thinly shredded carrots add brightness and natural sweetness
• Edamame or peas – A freezer-friendly protein and veggie option that cooks quicklyGreen onion – Adds freshness and a little bite at the end
• Stir fry sauce – Sweet soy or orange sesame sauce brings everything together

Before You Freeze

Do I need to thaw the freezer kit first?
No, you can cook the noodles and veggies straight from frozen. Just toss them into a hot skillet with a little oil.

How do I keep the noodles from sticking together?
Make sure the noodles are fully cooled before freezing. Toss them lightly with oil if needed so they don’t clump.

Can I add protein to the kits?
Yes, cooked chicken, beef strips, shrimp, or tofu can be portioned into the freezer bags along with the veggies.

Busy Day Rainbow Noodles

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• Author: Taryn Camp

Ingredients

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• 2 cups cooked noodles (soba, lo mein, or rice noodles)
• 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (use red, yellow, green for color)
• 1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage
• 1/4 cup shredded carrots
• 1/4 cup frozen edamame or green peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
• 1/4 cup sweet soy sauce or orange sesame sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

1. In a large zip-top freezer bag, add cooled cooked noodles and all the veggies.
2. Portion the sauce into a small bag or container and place it inside the large bag.
3. Seal, label, and freeze flat.

To cook:

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Dump in the frozen contents (no need to thaw). Stir-fry until warmed through. Add sauce last and toss to coat. Garnish with chopped nuts and sesame seeds if desired.

FAQ

How long do these Busy Day Rainbow Noodles take to cook?
About 10 minutes from frozen in a hot skillet. Add sauce at the end for best results.

How long can I store the freezer kits?
They’ll stay fresh in the freezer for up to 3 months if sealed tightly.

What sauces work best?
Sweet soy, sesame, teriyaki, or even a store-bought stir fry sauce all pair perfectly.

Can I use fresh veggies instead of frozen?
Yes, slice them thinly and freeze as directed—just keep pieces small so they cook quickly.

Are these Busy Day Rainbow Noodles kid-friendly?
Yes, the colorful veggies and noodles make it a fun, healthy meal for the whole family.

Sprinkle of Fun

Come home, kick off your shoes, and make a busy day feel easy with these prepped noodles. Heat them up, curl up on the couch with a blanket, put on your favorite series, and enjoy with a glass of wine. Dinner is done, and relaxation is officially on the menu.