Description
A refreshing and flavorful Sesame Ginger Soba Noodle Salad, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces soba noodles
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup edamame (shelled)
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, edamame, and chopped green onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and toss again lightly.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken, tofu, or shrimp to the salad.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences; cucumbers, snap peas, or radishes work well too.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg