Name: Sesame Ginger Soba Noodles
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 8 oz (225g) dried soba noodles; 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup; 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 medium carrot, julienned or cut into thin matchsticks; 1 English cucumber, julienned or cut into thin matchsticks; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 4 green onions, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

Cook the soba noodles

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the soba noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually 4-5 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse immediately under cold running water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch.
Prepare the dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined and the honey is fully dissolved.
Toss the noodles

Place the cooled soba noodles in a large bowl and pour about three-quarters of the dressing over them. Toss gently to coat the noodles evenly with the dressing.
Add the vegetables

Add the julienned carrot, cucumber, sliced red bell pepper, and half of the green onions to the noodles. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Finish and serve

Drizzle the remaining dressing over the noodle salad. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, remaining green onions, and cilantro if using. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Sesame Ginger Soba Noodles

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