Spicy Noodle Salad

Spicy Noodle Salad is a vibrant Korean-inspired dish that combines chewy noodles with a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a spicy sesame dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish at dinner.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 150 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, julienned carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and cilantro.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, gochujang, rice vinegar, and honey until well combined.
4. Pour the dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides complex carbohydrates from soba noodles for sustained energy.

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