Soba Noodle Salad

1. 1

   In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring about 3 quarts water to a boil. Add noodles and cook until tender to bite, 3 to 6 minutes. Drain noodles and rinse gently under cold running water until cool.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix rice vinegar, sesame oil. soy sauce, ginger, and wasabi, if using. Pour about half the dressing into a small container; cover and reserve. Add noodles to large bowl and mix to coat; cover and chill until cold, about 1 hour, or up to 1 day.

3. 3

   Just before serving, add protein, vegetables, and reserved dressing to noodles; mix to coat.

4. 4

   Protien Options: Sliced tofu, shredded chicken, cooked shrimp

5. 5

   Vegetable Options: Baby spinach leaves, sliced green onions, orange segments, slivered Napa cabbage, shredded carrots, snow peas, thinly sliced red or yellow bell peppers, sliced cucumbers, broccoli florets

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.