Soba Noodle Salad with Edamame and Oranges – Vegan
A cold soba noodle salad featuring edamame, orange, and ginger dressing. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: Calories: 432 kcal, Fat: 15 g, Sodium: 1150 mg, Carbohydrate: 65 g, Protein: 16 g
Descriptions
This refreshing cold salad is a blend of soba noodles, edamame, and orange slices, all tossed in a flavorful ginger dressing. It’s a simple, vegan, and gluten-free dish that’s ideal for a light meal or as a perfect side dish for any occasion. Prepare it in under 30 minutes, making it a great recipe for busy days or a healthy post-holiday detox meal.
Directions
1- Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2- Prepare the dressing by mixing tamari sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and maple syrup in a bowl.
3- Once the noodles have cooled, place them in a large salad bowl and pour three-quarters of the dressing over them. Toss to coat and let them cool completely.
4- Add the edamame, carrots, jalapeño slices, orange segments, scallions, and mint. Pour the remaining dressing on top and toss well.
5- Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Note's
- You can substitute tamari with soy sauce if gluten is not a concern.
- For extra crunch, add some toasted peanuts or almonds.
- Adjust the heat by adding more or less jalapeño to your taste.
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp tamari sauce
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cm piece of fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
For the Salad:
- 9 oz (250 g) soba noodles
- 5.3 oz (150 g) edamame, thawed
- 7 oz (200 g) carrot, sliced thinly
- 1 jalapeño pepper, sliced
- 1 orange, peeled and segmented
- 2 scallions, finely sliced
- 1/4 bunch of mint, chopped
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
