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Spicy Peanut Soba Noodle Salad Recipe

Spicy Peanut Soba Noodle Salad Recipe


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4.8 from 15 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Spicy Peanut Soba Noodle Salad is a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side. The combination of nutty soba noodles, crunchy veggies, and a spicy peanut dressing creates a delicious Asian-inspired meal.


Ingredients

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    Soba Noodles:

  • 8 ounces soba noodles
  • Vegetables:

  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Herbs and Nuts:

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • Peanut Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons warm water
  • Garnish:

  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook Soba Noodles: Cook soba noodles according to package directions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
  3. Make Peanut Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, sriracha, ginger, and warm water until smooth.
  4. Combine and Toss: Add noodles to the bowl with veggies, pour the spicy peanut dressing over, and toss until everything is well coated.
  5. Finish and Serve: Top with chopped peanuts and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
  • This salad keeps well for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Salad
  • Method: No-Cook, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg