Soba

This Paleo Japanese Midnight Soba dish features tender buckwheat noodles tossed in a savory sesame sauce, accompanied by fresh vegetables and protein. It's a wholesome and satisfying meal perfect for late-night cravings.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 100g
• Chicken breast - 150g
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Tamari sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a pot of water to boil and cook the soba noodles according to package instructions (usually about 4-5 minutes).
2. While the noodles are cooking, heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
3. Cut the chicken breast into thin strips and add to the skillet, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together tamari sauce, rice vinegar, and remaining sesame oil to create the dressing.
5. Once the noodles are cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the soba noodles, cooked chicken, carrots, cucumber, and dressing, then toss well to coat.
7. Serve the dish garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chicken, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Buckwheat is gluten-free and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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