Cold Peanut Soba Noodles
Delight in the perfect balance of savory, nutty, and refreshing flavors with these Cold Peanut Soba Noodles—an easy, 20-minute recipe that's ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. This vibrant dish features tender soba noodles coated in a creamy peanut butter and soy sauce dressing, subtly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and enhanced with aromatic ginger and garlic. Crisp, colorful vegetables like cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper add a satisfying crunch, while sesame seeds, green onions, and optional cilantro provide a fresh and flavorful garnish. Serve chilled for maximum refreshment—this recipe is a versatile, crowd-pleasing choice for hot summer days or light, healthy dining anytime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 0.333 cup peanut butter (creamy or natural)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tsp ginger (freshly grated)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp water (to thin the sauce, as needed)
- 1 cucumber (julienned or thinly sliced)
- 1 carrot (julienned or shredded)
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp cilantro (chopped, optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions, usually about 4 minutes. Once cooked, drain and rinse the noodles under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), grated ginger, and minced garlic. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. It should be smooth and pourable.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles with the peanut sauce. Toss until the noodles are thoroughly coated.
Add the cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper to the noodles. Toss gently to mix the vegetables evenly throughout.
Divide the noodles into serving bowls. Top each bowl with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro (if using), and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Serve immediately as a light meal or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a chilled version. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.5 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2134 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1460 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
