Cool Soba Noodle Salad Recipe

Name: Cool Soba Noodle Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound soba noodles cook according to the direction on the package; 1 each cucumbers slice into matchsticks; 1 each carrots slice into matchsticks; 3 stalks celery thinly sliced; 6 each napa cabbage leaves thinly sliced; 4 each scallions, spring or green onions thinly sliced; 1/2 cup cilantro freshly chopped; 2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari or to taste; 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar or to taste; 1 teaspoon mirin (sweet seasoning) or honey; 1/2 tablespoon chili sauce korean style, or use hot chili sauce and ketchup to make a very similar sweet, sour and spicy sauce, the rito according to your; 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted; 4 large eggs fried individually, optional; 1 each iceberg lettuce leaves, torn into bite size, or any mixed greens

Servings: persons

1 pound soba noodles cook according to the direction on the package
1 each cucumbers slice into matchsticks
1 each carrots slice into matchsticks
3 stalks celery thinly sliced
6 each napa cabbage leaves thinly sliced
4 each scallions, spring or green onions thinly sliced
1/2 cup cilantro freshly chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari or to taste
1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar or to taste
1 teaspoon mirin (sweet seasoning) or honey
1/2 tablespoon chili sauce korean style, or use hot chili sauce and ketchup to make a very similar sweet, sour and spicy sauce, the rito according to your
1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted
4 large eggs fried individually, optional
1 each iceberg lettuce leaves, torn into bite size, or any mixed greens

1
In a large mixing bowl, mix together cucumber, carrot, celery, cabbage, scallions and cilantros until well combined.
2
In a small bowl, add the soy sauce, vinegar, mirin or honey, korean chili sauce (or hot chili sauce and ketchup) and sesame oil, mix until well blended.
3
Pour the sauce over the vegetables, stir until well coated.
4
Add the noodles into the bowl, mix again until noodles are well coated and combined.
5
Place the lettuce leaves on each of serving plate.
6
Arrange equal portion of soba noodle salad on top of lettuce on each plate.
7
Sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds.
8
Serve with a fried egg if desired.
9
(or/and with kimchee, that's my way, haha)
10
Enjoy!

689

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound soba noodles cook according to the direction on the package, 1 each cucumbers slice into matchsticks, 1 each carrots slice into matchsticks, 3 stalks celery thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Cool Soba Noodle Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cool Soba Noodle Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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