Asian Noodle Salad with Toasted Sesame Dressing
Serves: 4
Prep time: 20 to 25 minutes
This recipe is perfect for showcasing fresh seasonal produce. Use any combination and any amount of vegetables you like, such as fresh herbs, shredded carrots, zucchini or bok choy. For a complete meal, top with your choice of protein such as crispy tofu, grilled chicken breast or grass-fed flank steak.
Ingredients
PreparationIngredients
- 1 8-ounce package of soba noodles Add to list
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds Add to list
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil Add to list
- 3 tablespoons tamari or shoyu (soy sauce) Add to list
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Add to list
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup Add to list
- 1 tablespoon hot pepper oil Add to list
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves Add to list
- Seasonal vegetables and protein (optional) Add to list
Preparation
Cook soba noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse in colander. To toast sesame seeds, place in a dry skillet over medium heat. Keep seeds moving until they release aroma, pop and begin to change color. Remove and set aside.
Combine sesame oil, tamari, vinegar, maple syrup and hot pepper oil in a small bowl; whisk together. Place drained noodles in a large bowl. Add dressing, cilantro and sesame seeds; toss gently. Add seasonal vegetables and protein if using and toss again.
Each serving: 354 cal, 15g fat (2g sat), 0mg chol, 1205mg sodium, 49g carb, 1g fiber, 11g protein
Recipe by
Source: Recipe reprinted with permission from "Feeding the Whole Family" (third edition) by Cynthia Lair (Sasquatch Books, 2008). FeedingFamily.com.
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That sounds utterly tasty, @saraj. Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Happy eating!
August 30, 2010 at 01:26 PM — foodette
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I love this recipe. I added green onion, and thinely sliced green cabbage to the noodles at the end. I also did not have any maple syrup, so I used sugar instead, and it worked great. I didn't have soba noodles, so I just used regular angel hair pasta. I also used the dressing as a marinade for beef, which I simply sauteed and served with the cold noodles. Delicious! This dish will be in my regular dinner rotation! Makes great lunch leftovers too.
August 30, 2010 at 11:32 AM — saraj