Description
Spicy Peanut Soba Noodle Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines nutty buckwheat noodles with fresh, crunchy vegetables all tossed in a creamy, spicy peanut sauce. This flavorful salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. Enjoy it warm or cold, and feel free to customize it with your favorite proteins or veggies for a personal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions until tender but firm. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the noodles cook, chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, and green onions into uniform pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste until smooth. Add water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles with the chopped veggies. Pour the sauce over and toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavors (optional).
- Serve garnished with extra green onions or crushed peanuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg