Best 6 So Good Soba Noodle Salad Recipes

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Searching for a flavorful and healthy meal that's bursting with tantalizing aromas and textures? Look no further than the extraordinary "So Good Soba Noodle Salad"! This vibrant dish combines the delicate chewiness of soba noodles with an array of crisp vegetables, savory proteins, and a tangy dressing that dances on your palate. It's an explosion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for this remarkable noodle salad, transforming your kitchen into a symphony of tastes and aromas.

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SOBA NOODLE SALAD



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This soba noodle salad is a very simple Asian side dish and flavorful! It can be ready in about 15 minutes.

Provided by Rika

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon grated ginger
3 1/2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 1/4 teaspoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon honey
(OPTIONAL) 1/2 tablespoon lime zest
12 oz buckwheat soba noodle ((cook according to the product packaging))
3/4 cup julienne red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup shredded purple cabbage
1/4 cup shredded carrot
2-3 tablespoons edamame
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2-3 tablespoons crush peanuts (roasted and unsalted)
optional: 1 tablespoon chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk in rice wine vinegar, garlic, ginger, low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, honey plus the optional lime zest. Set aside.
  • In a large salad bowl, add noodle, bell pepper, edamame, cucumber, green onions, cilantro, and carrots. Pour in the dressing, stir until well combined.
  • Serve immediately with crushed peanuts or put in the fridge for about 15-30 minutes to serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 kcal, Carbohydrate 72 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 863 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COLD SOBA NOODLE SALAD



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This cold salad is easy to make and great for prepping healthier options for the week's lunches or snacks. I like to add some heat by mixing sriracha or chili garlic paste into the Thai peanut sauce.

Provided by B. Tario

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14 ounce) package dried soba noodles
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
5 (3-cup) storage containers
1 cup shelled edamame
1 large carrot, shredded
4 green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup chopped cilantro
1 ¼ cups Thai peanut sauce
5 (2-ounce) dressing containers

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Drop in soba noodles and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. Drain.
  • Toss noodles with sesame oil in a medium bowl. Divide noodles evenly between the 5 containers.
  • Top noodles with edamame, carrot, green onions, and cilantro, dividing them evenly between the 5 containers. Place lids on containers. Pour 1/4 cup peanut sauce into each dressing container. Refrigerate until ready to eat. Mix 1 dressing container with 1 serving of soba salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489.7 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 787.9 mg, Sugar 1 g

SOBA NOODLE SUPER SALAD



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Provided by Brandon

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup canola oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon chili oil
3 ½ tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (8.8 ounce) package dried soba noodles
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and shaved into ribbons
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
2 red bell peppers
2 cups bean sprouts
¼ cup sesame seeds
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk soy sauce, canola oil, balsamic vinegar, sesame oil, and chili oil in a bowl until blended. Mix sugar, salt, ginger, and garlic into the same bowl, stir sauce to combine.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Cut red bell peppers in half from top to bottom; remove the stem, seeds, and ribs. Place peppers with cut sides down onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Cook bell peppers under the preheated broiler until the skin of the peppers has blackened and blistered, 5 to 8 minutes. Place blackened peppers in a bowl and tightly seal with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 20 minutes. Remove and discard skins, slice peppers into strips.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Ease soba noodles into the water and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine asparagus, scallions, red bell peppers, bean sprouts, sesame seeds, and cilantro in a large serving bowl. Add noodles and sauce, toss well to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1641.5 mg, Sugar 10 g

SOBA NOODLE SALAD WITH CUCUMBER AND MANGO



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Pasta     Vegetable     Appetizer     Super Bowl     Mango     Cucumber     Winter     Party     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 red jalapeño or serrano chile, seeded, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel
12 ounces green soba or chuka soba (Japanese-style) noodles
1 large English hothouse cucumber, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise
1 large ripe mango, peeled, halved, pitted, thinly sliced crosswise
1 cup chopped fresh basil
1 cup chopped fresh mint
1 cup chopped toasted salted peanuts
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Warm vinegar, sugar, and salt in small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Stir in garlic and jalapeño. Cool. Mix in lime juice, sesame oil, and lime peel.
  • Cook noodles in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain well. Rinse under cold water; drain again. Transfer noodles to dish-towel-lined platter to drain. Transfer noodles to large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Add cucumber, mango, basil, and mint to noodles and toss gently. Arrange salad on platter. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Garnish with lime wedges. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.)

SOBA NOODLE SALAD



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A healthy lunchtime salad that provides a good serving of vegetables.

Provided by gangajay

Time 30m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Boil the soba noodles for 5 minutes or according to packet directions. 3 minutes before the end of cooking time, add the broccoli florets and the soya beans. Drain and rinse in cold water to stop the cooking process and chill the noodles. Drain thoroughly and tip into a large bowl.
  • Whisk together the dressing ingredients and pour over the noodles, broccoli and beans. Toss well and leave to marinate for half an hour.
  • Add the remaining ingredients (except the sesame seeds) and toss well.
  • Divide into serving bowls and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

COLD SOBA NOODLE SALAD



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Make and share this Cold Soba Noodle Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KaffirLime

Categories     Japanese

Time 25m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup sesame seeds
8 ounces soba noodles
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
5 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons sesame oil
5 spring onions, finely chopped
ice
water
1 lemon wedge
salt

Steps:

  • Toast sesame seeds in a dry non-stick pan on medium heat till golden brown.
  • Bring a pot of water to boil and add salt. Put in the soba noodles and cook for about 6 minutes or until tender but not mushy. Plunge drained soba into bowl of ice water.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix vinegar, soy sauce, honey and oil. Add drained, cooled soba and chopped spring onions and mix well.
  • Mix in toasted sesame seeds and toss well. Adnd give that lemon wedge a good squeeze. Mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.7, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 1749.9, Carbohydrate 100.7, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 6.9, Protein 23

Tips:

  • Choose the right soba noodles: Look for thin, dried soba noodles made from buckwheat flour. These noodles have a slightly nutty flavor and a chewy texture that holds up well in salads.
  • Cook the noodles according to package directions: Soba noodles are typically cooked in boiling water for a few minutes, until they are tender but still have a slight bite. Be sure to rinse the noodles with cold water after cooking to stop the cooking process and prevent them from becoming sticky.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Soba noodle salads are a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Some good choices include shredded carrots, cucumber, bell peppers, and edamame. You can also add some leafy greens, such as spinach or arugula, for extra nutrition.
  • Add protein: Soba noodle salads can be a meal on their own if you add some protein. Some good options include grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu. You can also add some cooked lentils or beans for a vegetarian option.
  • Make a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what really brings a soba noodle salad together. A simple vinaigrette made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil is a good starting point. You can also add some other ingredients, such as ginger, garlic, or honey, to taste.
  • Serve immediately: Soba noodle salads are best served immediately, while the noodles are still cold and chewy. You can also pack them for lunch or a picnic, but be sure to keep them cold.

Conclusion:

Soba noodle salads are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy soba noodles. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a variety of vegetables, protein, and dressing options, the possibilities are endless. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give soba noodle salad a try.

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