Salad with Japanese Noodles

Ingredients:

• 150g Japanese soba noodles
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 3 cups mixed greens
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook soba noodles according to package instructions, usually 6-8 minutes. Drain noodles and rinse in cold water. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked soba noodles, carrots, red bell peppers, cucumbers, mixed greens and dressing. Toss well to combine.
4. Adjust seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.
5. Serve immediately or chilled, garnished with extra sesame seeds if desired.

Verdict:

This salad with Japanese noodles is a refreshing and tasty meal option that will leave your taste buds satisfied. The combination of crunchy vegetables and deliciously flavoured soba noodles is sure to impress. The dressing is tangy and slightly sweet, making it the perfect complement to the salad’s ingredients. Perfect for lunch, dinner or any occasion!

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this salad as a main dish or side dish. It pairs perfectly with grilled chicken or tofu. You can also turn it into a complete meal by adding red cabbage, edamame, and avocado.