So Good Soba Noodle Salad Recipe

Name: So Good Soba Noodle Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt; One 1-pound package soba noodles; 5 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/4 cup peanut butter, preferably freshly ground; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (see Cook's Note); 1 tablespoon chili paste, preferably sambal oelek; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted; 3 scallions, sliced; 2 mini English cucumbers, sliced or 1/2 large English cucumber, diced; 2 carrots, julienned

Servings: persons

Salt
One 1-pound package soba noodles
5 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup peanut butter, preferably freshly ground
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons light brown sugar (see Cook's Note)
1 tablespoon chili paste, preferably sambal oelek
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
3 scallions, sliced
2 mini English cucumbers, sliced or 1/2 large English cucumber, diced
2 carrots, julienned

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the noodles and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.
3
Drain, rinse with cold water and place in a large mixing bowl.
4
In a blender, combine the soy sauce, peanut butter, sesame oil, brown sugar and chili paste.
5
Blend until the sauce is smooth and has a thick but pourable consistency.
6
If it is too thick, add a tablespoon or 2 of hot water to thin.
7
Add the sesame seeds and give it a quick pulse.
8
Pour the sauce onto the noodles and mix thoroughly to coat.
9
Mix in the scallions, cucumbers and carrots and toss to coat.
10
Refrigerate until ready to serve.

264

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt, One 1-pound package soba noodles, 5 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/4 cup peanut butter, preferably freshly ground, and more.

Yes, So Good 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.

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So Good Soba Noodle Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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