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