Sesame Ginger Soba Noodle Salad

Thomas Ainsworth

This vibrant Sesame Ginger Soba Noodle Salad is a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish inspired by Japanese flavors. Featuring nutty soba noodles, crisp vegetables, and a tangy sesame-ginger dressing, this dish is perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 5

Total Time 25

Course Salad

Cuisine East / Southeast Asian

Servings bowls

Calories 365 kcal

Equipment

Large Pot
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Knife
Cutting board
Colander

Ingredients

For the Noodles:

8 oz soba noodles buckwheat-based for authentic flavor

For the Dressing:

3 tbsp toasted sesame oil for deep nutty aroma
2 tbsp soy sauce low sodium preferred
1 tbsp rice vinegar unseasoned for better balance
1 tbsp freshly grated ginger for bold, aromatic flavor
2 tsp honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
1 clove garlic minced finely

For the Salad:

1 cup red bell pepper thinly sliced
1 cup carrot julienned
1 cup cucumber julienned
2 tbsp sesame seeds toasted for enhanced flavor
¼ cup scallions thinly sliced
¼ cup cilantro chopped, optional

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions until just tender, about 4-5 minutes.
Drain the noodles and rinse thoroughly under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, honey, and minced garlic until emulsified.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, red bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, sesame seeds, scallions, and cilantro.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Serve immediately at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with additional sesame seeds and scallions if desired.

Notes

For extra protein, add grilled tofu, shredded chicken, or crispy tempeh.

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 11gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 995mgPotassium: 511mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 12604IUVitamin C: 56mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 3mg

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