Delicious Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe

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Delicious Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 02, 2024

This sesame noodle salad is a perfect dish for a hot summer day. It is a flavorful and refreshing salad with a mix of colorful vegetables, tender noodles, and a delicious sesame dressing. It is easy to make and great for a quick meal or a side dish to accompany your favorite entree.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. of soba noodles
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • 2 carrots, julienned
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup of sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup of soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp of sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp of rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp of honey
  • 1 tbsp of grated ginger
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss until well combined.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish with extra sesame seeds and cilantro before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Soba noodles are a type of Japanese noodle made from buckwheat flour.
  • Sesame seeds are a good source of healthy fats and minerals.
  • This salad can be easily customized by adding protein like tofu, chicken, or shrimp.