Brighten up your meal plan with this refreshing and delightful recipe for *Soy-Free Green Tea Soba Noodles*! Packed with vibrant julienned vegetables like red bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot, this dish is dressed in a zesty blend of sesame oil, lemon juice, honey, and aromatic garlic and ginger. The green tea soba noodles offer a unique, earthy flavor, perfectly complemented by the crisp veggies and fresh chopped cilantro garnish. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this dish is not only soy-free but also perfect as a light main course or a flavorful side. Whether you're hosting brunch or looking for a healthy weeknight dinner, this recipe will leave your taste buds completely satisfied. Perfect for fans of refreshing, wholesome, and Asian-inspired recipes!
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the green tea soba noodles as per the package instructions. Once done, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, lemon juice, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, and green onions.
Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mix, and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Transfer the noodle mixture to a serving platter or individual bowls.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve immediately as a refreshing main dish or a delightful side.
Calories |
1117 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1311 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1628 mg | 35% | |
*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.