Description
A refreshing, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This cold noodle salad features crispy veggies, a tangy sesame dressing, and a variety of protein options to make it a complete meal. Perfect for meal prep, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g soba noodles (or your choice of noodles)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup julienned cucumbers
- 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1/4 cup sliced scallions
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, or basil)
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup crispy fried shallots (optional)
- 1 cup protein of choice (chicken, tofu, shrimp, or boiled eggs)
2. Dressing:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp peanut butter or tahini (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and toss with a splash of sesame oil.
- Step 2: Prepare the vegetables by shredding, julienning, and slicing as needed.
- Step 3: Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a small bowl or jar.
- Step 4: In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles and prepared vegetables. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Step 5: Top with protein, sesame seeds, peanuts, and crispy shallots. Serve chilled.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the salad chill for 15 minutes before serving.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your spice preference.
- Add a squeeze of lime just before serving for a fresh burst of citrus.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Course
- Method: Boiling, No-cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg