Chilled Soba Salad with Wasabi-Soy Dressing
This Chilled Soba Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings together the nutty flavor of Japanese soba noodles and the crispness of fresh vegetables. Tossed in a zesty soy-wasabi vinaigrette, this salad features a delightful medley of shelled edamame, tender snow peas, and crunchy baby carrots, all complemented by the sharpness of thinly sliced radishes. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or a light snack, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but is also packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy choice for any meal. Enjoy the fusion of flavors as you dive into this colorful bowl of goodness!
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Servings
93
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Garlic clove
1 (minced)
Japanese soba noodles
6 ounces (uncooked)
Frozen shelled edamame
1 cup (steamed)
Snow peas
4 ounces (trimmed and halved crosswise)
Whole baby carrots
4 ounces (quartered lengthwise)
Rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons
Low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons
Sesame oil
1 tablespoon
Prepared wasabi paste
1 tablespoon
Radish
1/2 cup (thinly sliced)
Instructions
1
Mince the garlic clove and let it stand for about 10 minutes to enhance its flavor.
2
Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions, omitting any salt and fat. Once cooked, drain and rinse the noodles under cold water to cool them down, then drain again thoroughly.
3
While the noodles are cooking, steam the frozen edamame, snow peas, and quartered baby carrots in a steamer basket for about 4 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender. After steaming, immediately plunge the vegetables into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and retain their vibrant colors. Once cooled, drain the vegetables well.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, rice wine vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and prepared wasabi paste. Whisk the ingredients together until they are well blended.
5
Add the cooled soba noodles, steamed vegetable mixture, and thinly sliced radishes to the dressing in the bowl. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
6
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes for an even colder dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
3.5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
3.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilled Soba Salad with Wasabi-Soy Dressing?
It is a refreshing and vibrant Japanese dish that combines nutty soba noodles with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The main ingredients include Japanese soba noodles, edamame, snow peas, baby carrots, and a soy-wasabi vinaigrette.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this recipe is labeled with the vegetarian tag and contains no meat products.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 93 calories.
How much protein does this salad provide?
This salad provides about 3.5g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content of this dish?
The total fat content is 3.5g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 12.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How should the garlic be prepared?
The garlic should be minced and allowed to stand for 10 minutes to enhance its flavor before use.
How do you cook the soba noodles?
Cook them according to package instructions while omitting salt and fat, then rinse under cold water.
Which vegetables need to be steamed?
The frozen edamame, snow peas, and quartered baby carrots should be steamed together.
How long should the vegetables be steamed?
Steam the vegetables for about 4 minutes or until they are crisp-tender.
Why should I use an ice water bath for the vegetables?
Plunging the vegetables into ice water stops the cooking process immediately and helps retain their vibrant colors.
What components make up the dressing?
The dressing consists of minced garlic, rice wine vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and prepared wasabi paste.
How much wasabi paste is required?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of prepared wasabi paste.
What kind of soy sauce is recommended?
The recipe specifically recommends using 3 tablespoons of low sodium soy sauce.
How should the snow peas be cut?
The snow peas should be trimmed and halved crosswise.
How should the baby carrots be sliced?
The whole baby carrots should be quartered lengthwise.
What type of vinegar is used in the dressing?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar.
Are the radishes cooked?
No, the radishes are thinly sliced and added raw for crunch.
Can I serve this salad immediately?
Yes, you can serve it immediately or chill it for a colder dish.
How long should the salad be chilled in the refrigerator?
For an even colder dish, chill the salad for 15 to 30 minutes before serving.
How many total ingredients are needed?
The recipe requires 10 distinct ingredients.
What is the texture of this salad?
The texture is a mix of nutty, tender noodles and crunchy, crisp-tender vegetables.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, one of the associated tags is easy cooking.
What type of cuisine does this salad represent?
This recipe is categorized as Japanese cuisine.
Is this a good option for a healthy lunch?
Yes, it is described as a nutritious choice for lunch that is packed with fiber and protein.
What kind of oil is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for the dressing.
How is the dressing combined with the other ingredients?
Add the noodles, vegetables, and radishes to the dressing bowl and toss gently until evenly coated.
What is the primary flavor profile?
The flavor is a fusion of nutty, zesty, and sharp notes from the wasabi and soy.
Should the edamame be shelled?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for 1 cup of frozen shelled edamame.