Soba Noodles with Tofu, Avocado, and Snow Peas Recipe

Name: Soba Noodles with Tofu, Avocado, and Snow Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into very thin strips; 1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced into very thin strips; 1/4 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 3 limes); 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, cut into 3/4-inch cubes and patted dry; 1 package (about 8 ounces) soba noodles; 4 ounces snow peas, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 English cucumber, peeled, halved crosswise, then sliced lengthwise into thin strips; 10 to 12 chives, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and sliced; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into very thin strips
1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced into very thin strips
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, cut into 3/4-inch cubes and patted dry
1 package (about 8 ounces) soba noodles
4 ounces snow peas, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 English cucumber, peeled, halved crosswise, then sliced lengthwise into thin strips
10 to 12 chives, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and sliced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

1
In a small saucepan, bring the ginger, chile, sugar, and 1/3 cup water to a boil.
2
Reduce heat to low; cook until ginger and chile are soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the ginger and chile to a bowl; set aside.
4
Reserve syrup.
5
Make the dressing: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, and 2 teaspoons reserved syrup.
6
Add the tofu; toss to coat.
7
Set aside.
8
In a pot of boiling water, cook the noodles according to package instructions.
9
Drain; transfer to a large bowl.
10
Add the peas; drizzle with the oil and 1 tablespoon dressing.
11
Toss to coat; let cool.
12
To serve, add the cucumber, chives, tofu, and dressing to the bowl; toss to combine.
13
Divide among plates; top with the avocado and reserved ginger and chile.
14
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
15
(Per serving)
16
Calories: 547
17
Fat: 20g
18
Cholesterol: 0mg
19
Carbohydrate: 75g
20
Sodium: 822mg
21
Protein: 28g
22
Fiber: 7g

350

kcal

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into very thin strips, 1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced into very thin strips, 1/4 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 3 limes), and more.

Yes, Soba Noodles with Tofu, Avocado, and Snow Peas falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Soba Noodles with Tofu, Avocado, and Snow Peas

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