Shredded Vegetable and Soba Noodle Salad

This Shredded Vegetable and Soba Noodle Salad is a refreshing and healthy option for a quick meal. Packed with colorful vegetables and the satisfying chewiness of soba noodles, its dressed in a flavorful sesame-soy dressing that makes it irresistible.

Ingredients:

• 6 oz soba noodles
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
• For the dressing: 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions:

Cook soba noodles according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain

In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, and cilantro

Add the cooked soba noodles to the bowl and toss to combine

In a separate small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the dressing

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped roasted peanuts on top for extra flavor and crunch

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving

Serve cold and enjoy