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Akane's Soba Noodle, Edamame, and Seaweed Salad

Name: Akane's Soba Noodle, Edamame, and Seaweed Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 4 ounces soba noodles; 1/4 cup edamame, shelled; 1/4 cup seaweed salad; 1/2 cucumber, sliced; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 tablespoons miso paste; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds

This flavorful salad combines soba noodles, edamame, seaweed, cucumber, and a light sesame-miso dressing for an easy and delicious lunch.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

5 min

Total Time

15 min

Servings

This flavorful salad combines soba noodles, edamame, seaweed, cucumber, and a light sesame-miso dressing. It's packed with texture and flavor, making it a great option for a light lunch or side dish. The soba noodles provide a nice nutty flavor while the edamame add creamy richness, and the seaweed provides an extra layer of umami. Even though this dish takes minimal ingredients, it is surprisingly nutritious and packed with protein, antioxidants, and healthy fats!

Ingredients

4 ounces soba noodles
1/4 cup edamame, shelled
1/4 cup seaweed salad
1/2 cucumber, sliced
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons miso paste
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

1
Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions and rinse with cold water to cool them down.
2
In a medium bowl, mix together the edamame, seaweed salad, and cucumber slices.
3
In a separate bowl, mix together the sesame oil, miso paste, soy sauce, and sugar until it forms a paste.
4
Add the noodles and sesame paste mixture to the edamame and vegetables and mix together until everything is well-combined.
5
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve!

Chef's Tip

For extra flavor, top with pickled ginger or your favorite sushi topping.

Fun Fact

In Japan, soba noodles are seen as a symbol of long life due to the fact that they are made with buckwheat, which is a symbol of longevity.

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