Zucchini Soba Salad Recipe

Name: Zucchini Soba Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces soba noodles; 3 -4 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 6 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 1 ½ tablespoons peeled and finely minced fresh ginger; 1 ½ teaspoons honey; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 3 carrots, cut into 1/8-inch matchsticks; 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/8-inch matchsticks; 4 scallions, thinly sliced crosswise; 2 avocados, cut into chunks; sea salt, to taste; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

8 ounces soba noodles
3 -4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 ½ tablespoons peeled and finely minced fresh ginger
1 ½ teaspoons honey
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 carrots, cut into 1/8-inch matchsticks
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/8-inch matchsticks
4 scallions, thinly sliced crosswise
2 avocados, cut into chunks
sea salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
cilantro, for garnish

1
Bring water to boil in the pot.
2
Add the soba and reduce the heat so the water is simmering, not at a hard boil.
3
Cook until soft and pliable, but not mushy.
4
Drain and add very cold water back to the pot, add some ice if necessary.
5
Stir the noodles with your hands or long chopsticks to loosen any remaining starches.
6
Drain again and run cold water over the noodles until the water runs clear.
7
Whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, ginger, honey, and sesame oil in a large bowl.
8
Add the zucchini, carrots, scallions, and avocado chunks and toss to combine.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Serve immediately at room temperature with cilantro for garnish.

359

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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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces soba noodles, 3 -4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 6 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 1 ½ tablespoons peeled and finely minced fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Zucchini Soba 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!

Zucchini Soba Salad

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