Soba Noodle Salad with Tamari
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Soba Noodle Salad with Tamari, a fusion of Asian-inspired flavors and wholesome ingredients. Packed with nutrient-rich soba noodles, crisp julienned vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, and red bell peppers, and fragrant fresh cilantro, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. The star of the dish is the umami-rich dressing, made with tamari, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), and a hint of fresh ginger and garlic for a harmonious balance of savory, tangy, and subtly sweet flavors. Topped with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, this quick and easy recipe is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or make-ahead meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a gluten-free (with certified soba noodles) and dairy-free option that’s sure to impress. Whether served fresh or chilled for deeper flavor, this soba noodle salad is a delightful choice for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams soba noodles
- 1 medium (julienned) carrot
- 1 medium (julienned) cucumber
- 1 medium (thinly sliced) red bell pepper
- 2 (thinly sliced) scallions
- 20 grams (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons (toasted) sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce)
- 1.5 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1.5 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the soba noodles and cook according to the package instructions (usually 5-7 minutes).
Once cooked, drain the soba noodles and rinse them thoroughly under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to drain completely.
Prepare the vegetables: julienne the carrot and cucumber, thinly slice the red bell pepper and scallions, and chop the fresh cilantro.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooled soba noodles, prepared vegetables (carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, scallions), and cilantro.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together tamari, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the soba noodle and vegetable mix. Toss everything together gently until the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad for garnish.
Serve immediately as a light meal or side dish, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours to let the flavors deepen before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3068 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.5 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1215 mg | 26% | |
*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.
