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Japanese Soba Noodle Salad

Chilled buckwheat noodles tossed with a nutty sesame-soy dressing and crisp vegetables. Ready in 20 minutes—perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
320
Protein
11g
Japanese Soba Noodle Salad
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Boil soba noodles in salted water until tender, about 4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until chilled.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a bowl until combined.

  3. Step 3

    Add chilled noodles, cucumber, and carrot to the dressing. Toss gently until coated.

  4. Step 4

    Divide between bowls and serve immediately, or chill up to 4 hours.

Tools you’ll need

  • pot
  • colander
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • serving bowls

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