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7) Cold sesame soba noodle salad with scallions

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz soba noodles
  • 3 tbsp tahini or smooth peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2-3 scallions thinly sliced
  • 1 small cucumber julienned
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare the soba as directed on the package. Drain the noodles and rinse with cold water. Afterwards, place in the fridge for 10 minutes to chill.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together tahini, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and garlic until smooth.
  3. If using, you can toss the noodles with dressing, scallions, cucumber, and cilantro.
  4. Sprinkle on some sesame seeds, then taste and add any salt or pepper as needed. Serve while cold.