Description
A flavorful sesame soba noodle dish tossed in a savory, nutty sauce with crisp vegetables, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces soba noodles
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup or honey, sesame oil, olive oil, ginger, and garlic.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Pour the dressing over the noodles and toss well to coat evenly.
- Top with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Rinsing soba noodles helps remove excess starch and keeps them from clumping.
- Add tofu or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Adjust sweetness or saltiness of the sauce to taste.
- Best served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
