Sesame Soba Noodles Salad
This sesame soba noodles salad is a delicious blend of fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and hearty soba noodles, all tossed in a flavorful sesame-ginger dressing. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, this easy sesame soba noodles recipe is packed with plant-based protein and ideal for any dietary goal!
Ingredients
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons tamari, plus more for serving
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil, plus more for serving
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove grated garlic
- ½ teaspoon maple syrup or honey
- 6 ounces soba noodles*
- Lemon wedge, for squeezing
- 2 avocados, sliced
- 2 cups blanched snap peas
- ¼ cup edamame
- 1 watermelon radish, or 2 red radishes, very thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, tamari, sesame oil, grated ginger, garlic, and maple syrup or honey. Set it aside for the flavors to meld.
- Cook the noodles: Bring a pot of unsalted water to a boil and cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse them thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch and prevent clumping.
- Toss with dressing: In a large bowl, combine the soba noodles with the prepared dressing, ensuring an even coating on each noodle.
- Assemble the salad: Divide the noodles into bowls and top with sliced avocado, blanched snap peas, edamame, thin radish slices, fresh mint leaves, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
- Finish with flavor: Drizzle more tamari or sesame oil on top, if desired, and add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the dish.
Notes
*For gluten-free diets, use 100% buckwheat soba noodles.