Dairy-Free Soba Noodle Bake

This Dairy-Free Soba Noodle Bake is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the nutty taste of buckwheat noodles with a medley of colorful vegetables and a savory miso sauce. It's a deliciously satisfying meal that is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Broccoli - 100 grams, chopped into florets
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Miso paste - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic and green onion for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the carrot, bell pepper, broccoli, and mushrooms to the skillet, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, miso paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
6. Combine the cooked soba noodles with the sautéed vegetables and the miso sauce, mixing well to coat everything evenly.
7. Transfer the noodle and vegetable mixture into a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
8. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and sesame seeds on top for added crunch.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until heated through and the top is golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables and buckwheat noodles, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables used.

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