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Delicious Sesame Soba Noodles

Delicious Sesame Soba Noodles for a Quick, Flavorful Meal

A vibrant, crunchy salad of Delicious Sesame Soba Noodles, packed with fresh vegetables and zesty ginger dressing, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar Substitute with apple cider vinegar if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons tamari Use soy sauce if gluten is not a concern.
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil Essential for authentic flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Grated or minced.
  • 1 clove garlic Minced; adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup Honey can be used for non-vegan.
Noodles
  • 8 ounces soba noodles Look for 100% buckwheat for gluten-free.
Salad
  • 1 wedge lemon Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 2 medium avocados Slice before serving.
  • 1 cup blanched snap peas Substitute with bell peppers or zucchini.
  • 1 cup edamame Frozen is convenient.
  • 4 radishes radishes Sliced thin for crunch.
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves Can substitute with basil or cilantro.
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Small bowl
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, tamari, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and maple syrup until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook soba noodles according to package instructions, about 5-7 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled soba noodles and the dressing, tossing gently until evenly coated.
  4. Squeeze lemon juice over the noodles, then add sliced avocados, snap peas, edamame, radishes, and mint, tossing gently to combine.
  5. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad before serving. Enjoy immediately or store, keeping avocado separate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Rinse noodles well after cooking to prevent stickiness. Keep sliced avocados separate until serving. Taste the dressing before combining for preference adjustments.

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