Description
Japanese Food: Sesame Soba Noodle Salad is a vibrant dish that combines the nutty flavor of buckwheat noodles with fresh, crisp vegetables and a savory sesame dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for busy weeknights or summer picnics, offering a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will impress family and friends. Enjoy it as a light meal or a side dish that captures the essence of Japanese cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions (about 4-5 minutes) until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the noodles cool, prepare the vegetables: slice cucumber, dice red bell pepper, chop green onions, and grate carrot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey (or maple syrup). Adjust seasoning to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled soba noodles with prepared vegetables. Pour in the dressing and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or let chill for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor blending.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg