Sugar-Free Green Tea Soba Noodles
Elevate your noodle game with this refreshing recipe for Sugar-Free Green Tea Soba Noodles, a wholesome and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Infused with antioxidant-rich green tea, the soba noodles are cooked to perfection, then tossed in a zesty sesame soy dressing featuring fresh ginger, garlic, and tangy rice vinegar. Crisp cucumber and finely sliced green onions provide a delightful crunch, while sesame seeds and red pepper flakes add texture and a hint of heat. This easy, sugar-free recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, offering a nutritious, Japanese-inspired alternative to heavy pasta dishes. Serve it cold for a cooling meal or enjoy it at room temperature for a versatile dish that’s sure to impress! Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight meal, these green tea soba noodles are as delicious as they are nourishing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 bags green tea bags
- 2 cups water
- 250 grams soba noodles
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic clove
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 medium cucumber
Instructions
Boil 2 cups of water and steep the green tea bags in the boiled water for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and allow the tea to cool slightly.
In a large pot, bring the green tea infusion to a boil and add a pinch of salt.
Cook the soba noodles in the green tea water according to the package instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent them from sticking.
Once cooked, drain the soba noodles and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
Grate the fresh ginger and finely mince the garlic clove, then add them to the dressing.
Thinly slice the green onions and add them to the dressing along with the sesame seeds and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
Peel and julienne the cucumber, then add a sprinkle of salt to draw out excess water. Let it sit for a couple of minutes, then pat dry with a paper towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled soba noodles, cucumber, and dressing. Toss well to ensure the noodles are evenly coated.
Serve the sugar-free green tea soba noodles in individual bowls, garnishing with extra green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
627 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1756 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.7 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 770 mg | 16% | |
*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.
