Yasai Soba

Yasai Soba is a delicious and vibrant vegetarian Japanese noodle dish, featuring buckwheat soba noodles tossed with a medley of fresh vegetables and a savory soy-based sauce. This healthy and nourishing meal is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, providing a satisfying combination of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 200 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, julienned
• Snap peas - 100 grams, trimmed
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
• Fresh cilantro - a handful (for garnish)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the soba noodles and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the julienned carrot, bell pepper, zucchini, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce and rice vinegar. Pour this sauce over the vegetables in the skillet and toss to combine, cooking for another 2 minutes.
5. Add the cooked soba noodles to the skillet, tossing gently to combine all ingredients. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
6. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy your Yasai Soba!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein from soba noodles, supporting muscle maintenance.

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