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Sesame Soba Noodles

Sesame Soba Noodles: Quick, Nutty, and Oh-So-Delicious

Enjoy these Sesame Soba Noodles that combine nutty flavors with fresh vegetables for a quick and delightful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey use maple syrup for vegan
Noodles and Toppings
  • 6 ounces soba noodles ensure 100% buckwheat for gluten-free
  • 1 wedge lemon for squeezing over avocados
  • 2 whole avocados
  • 2 cups blanched snap peas or any crunchy vegetables
  • 1/4 cup edamame or substitute with other beans
  • 1 whole watermelon radish or red radishes can be swapped with regular radishes or carrots
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint or substitute with cilantro or basil
  • to taste sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • tongs or spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, tamari or soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and maple syrup until well combined.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt and cook the soba noodles according to package instructions until al dente, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add cooled soba noodles and pour the prepared dressing over them. Gently toss to coat the noodles evenly.
  4. Divide the dressed noodles into serving bowls and top with sliced avocados, blanched snap peas, edamame, and radishes.
  5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each bowl and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Optionally drizzle more tamari or sesame oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Watch your cooking time closely; overcooked soba noodles can become mushy. Store components separately to maintain freshness.

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