Soba Noodle Salad

This Soba Noodle Salad is perfect when you're craving a light meal that's cooling and refreshing. It's loaded with fresh veggies and chewy noodles that are coated in a delicious umami-filled dressing. Plus, it's done in just 20 minutes!

Course Entree

Cuisine Asian-Inspired

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings people

Calories 394kcal

Author Melissa Huggins

Equipment

Large Pot
Whisk
Large bowl

Ingredients

Salad

8 ounces dry soba noodles
1 cup frozen shelled edamame , thawed
1 cup finely shredded purple cabbage or green
1 large red bell pepper , thinly sliced
1 cup julienned carrots
½ cup chopped cilantro leaves
⅓ cup sliced green onion (about 3 stalks)

Dressing

3 tablespoons soy sauce , low sodium
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons neutral oil (olive oil, avocado, sunflower, grapeseed)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil + 1 teaspoon for drizzling
1 tablespoon agave nectar or maple syrup
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2-3 teaspoons sriracha
1 clove garlic , minced

For Topping

Black or white sesame seeds
Cilantro , chopped
Green onions , sliced

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Make the dressing: whisk together the soy sauce, vinegar, lime, oil, agave, ginger, garlic, sriracha, and sesame oil to combine well. Taste and adjust flavors if needed. Place in the fridge until ready for use.
Cook the noodles: cook according to package directions then drain in a colander and rinse under cold water until completely cooled. To prevent sticking, drizzle about 1 teaspoon of sesame oil or neutral-flavored oil over the noodles and gently toss to combine.
Put it together: In a large bowl, toss all of the salad ingredients together with the noodles. Pour the dressing on top and gently toss again. Taste and adjust flavors if needed.
Serve: Top with sesame seeds, extra cilantro, and green onions before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Sesame Oil - if you don't have it, you can use any neutral-flavored oil.

Gluten-Free - to make this recipe gluten-free, choose soba noodles that are made with 100% buckwheat and use tamari instead of soy sauce.

Storing + Leftovers - this can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Toss with a splash of oil and lime or vinegar to refresh.

Substitution + Add-In Ideas - snow peas, bean sprouts, roasted corn, sliced broccoli, radishes, snap peas, chopped peanuts. Fresh chopped mint, Thai basil, or regular basil.

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