COLD SOBA NOODLE SALAD WITH CREAMY SESAME DRESSING
Cool, light and loaded with fresh vegetables, this salad makes a perfect summer meal. Nutty buckwheat noodles and tangy dressing make it rich and satisfying, too. The dressing can be made a day ahead and chilled-just give it a good shake before serving.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Spread the sesame seeds in a medium skillet over medium heat, and toast until golden brown, shaking the pan occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes. Let cool, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the corn to the boiling water, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the corn to a colander, reserving the boiling water for later use, and run the corn under cold water to cool. Cut the kernels from the cobs; set aside.
- Transfer the sesame seeds to a blender and grind for 15 seconds. Add the oil, and puree until smooth and emulsified, about 15 seconds. Add the lemon juice, soy sauce, sugar, chile-garlic sauce and ginger, and blend for another 15 seconds.
- Add the soba noodles to the boiling water, and cook until the noodles no longer have a hard, chalky bite but are still springy, 3 to 4 minutes. Strain the noodles in a colander, and run them under cold water to stop the cooking quickly. When the noodles are completely cool, shake the colander vigorously to remove as much water as possible (if the noodles are too wet, they will dilute the dressing).
- Divide the noodles among four bowls. Drizzle the dressing over the noodles (use all of the dressing, as the noodles will soak it up). Top with the corn, watercress, tomatoes, avocados and cucumbers. Toss before eating.
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J Ko
k_j24@hotmail.comThis is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Andrea Riccucci
andrea_r@hotmail.comI've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.
charlene garcia
charlene-garcia90@yahoo.comThis was the perfect summer salad! It was light and refreshing, and the dressing was delicious.
Ralph Saab
s.r3@yahoo.comThis salad was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great for a potluck or picnic.
Antoinuel Lawson
lawson83@hotmail.comI'm not a fan of sesame dressing, but I loved this salad. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the noodles were cooked perfectly.
Lindsay Guillory
lindsay@hotmail.frThis recipe was a great way to use up leftover soba noodles. I added some shredded carrots and cucumbers to the salad for extra crunch.
Claudio Barillas
barillas-c@yahoo.comI was disappointed with this recipe. The dressing was bland and the noodles were overcooked.
Alex bustos
b-a28@hotmail.comI found the dressing to be a bit too sweet for my taste, but the noodles and vegetables were cooked perfectly.
Mr Nurul
nurul@gmail.comThis was a quick and easy recipe to follow, and the end result was delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Edward Timblin
timblin-edward26@aol.comI'm not usually a fan of cold noodle salads, but this one changed my mind. The combination of textures and flavors was perfect.
Daudi Kisomo
kisomo_daudi@hotmail.frThis salad was a hit at my party! Everyone was raving about the dressing.
Abigail Paintsil
a-p61@gmail.comAbsolutely loved this recipe! The creamy sesame dressing was so flavorful and really made the dish. I added some grilled chicken and vegetables to make it a complete meal.