Soba Noodles with Sesame Seeds
Bring a refreshing twist to your dinner table with these vibrant and flavorful Soba Noodles with Sesame Seeds, a light yet satisfying dish that's ready in under 30 minutes! This recipe combines al dente soba noodles with crisp julienned carrots and cucumber, all tossed in a fragrant homemade dressing of toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness. Enhanced with the zing of fresh ginger and garlic, this dish is topped with crunchy toasted sesame seeds, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat, and garnished with fresh cilantro for an herby finish. Perfect as a quick lunch, healthy side, or chilled summer salad, this recipe hits all the right notes for lovers of Asian-inspired flavors. Vegan-friendly and loaded with nutrients, it's a perfect balance of vibrant textures and bold, comforting flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams soba noodles
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the soba noodles and cook according to the package instructions (usually 6-8 minutes).
Drain and rinse the noodles under cold running water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, julienned carrots, cucumber, and half of the sliced green onions.
Pour the dressing over the noodles and vegetables, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and optional red pepper flakes over the noodles, tossing again to distribute.
Transfer the soba noodles to serving bowls and garnish with the remaining green onions and fresh cilantro, if desired.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes if you prefer it cold.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.3 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1742 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 701 mg | 15% | |
*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.
