Chilled Noodle Salad

This Chilled Noodle Salad features a delightful mix of fresh vegetables and a tangy sesame-soy dressing, making it a perfect light meal for warm days. Packed with flavors and textures, it's a refreshing twist on traditional Korean dishes, all while being completely dairy-free.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 15 grams, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey or maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled soba noodles with the cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Before serving, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and adjust seasoning if needed.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from sesame oil, which can support heart health.

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