Vegan Somen

Vegan Somen is a light and refreshing Japanese noodle dish made with thin wheat noodles, vibrant vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick meal, capturing the essence of traditional Japanese flavors while being entirely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Somen noodles - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, chopped (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the somen noodles according to the package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
2. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well to create the dressing.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked somen noodles, julienned cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. Top the salad with chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro if using. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in saturated fat and cholesterol-free, promoting heart health.

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