Looking for a refreshing and healthy dish to enjoy during hot summer days? Try this Asian Noodle Salad recipe that is packed with mixed greens, cooked soba noodles, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, and a flavorful sesame ginger dressing. Not only is it easy to make, but it's also gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
Ingredients:
- 4 servings of cooked soba noodles
- 4 cups of mixed greens
- 2 cups of shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup of chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup of toasted sesame seeds
Sesame Ginger Dressing:
- 1/4 cup of sesame oil
- 1/4 cup of rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 tablespoon of grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon of minced garlic
To start, cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions and set them aside to cool. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, scallions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
Serve the Asian Noodle Salad immediately, garnished with extra sesame seeds, if desired. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and it's also a great option for meal prep. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
