This Spicy Peanut Soba Noodle Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines tender soba noodles with crunchy vegetables, a creamy peanut dressing, and a hint of spice. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:No-Cook
Cuisine:Asian-Inspired
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Soba Noodles:
8ounces soba noodles
Vegetables:
1 1/2cups shredded red cabbage
1cup julienned carrots
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
3 green onions, chopped
Additional Ingredients:
1/2cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4cup roasted peanuts, chopped (plus more for garnish)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1–2 teaspoons sriracha or chili garlic sauce (to taste)
2–4 tablespoons warm water (to thin the dressing)
Instructions
Cook soba noodles: Cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, red cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and chopped peanuts.
Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, ginger, garlic, and sriracha. Add warm water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
Combine and serve: Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss well to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with additional peanuts, sesame seeds, and cilantro before serving.
Notes
You can add grilled chicken, tofu, or edamame for extra protein.
Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing the amount of sriracha.