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Sesame Chili Cold Soba Noodle Salad

Sesame Chili Cold Soba Noodle Salad
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Sesame Chili Cold Soba Noodle Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that makes for a perfect meal on warm days or during casual gatherings. This salad combines chilled soba noodles with a crunchy cabbage slaw and a rich sesame chili dressing, delivering an explosion of flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare and customizable, it can be served as a main dish or a delightful side. With fresh vegetables and plant-based proteins like tofu or edamame, this salad is not only delicious but also nutritious. Perfect for meal prep, it keeps well in the fridge, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or picnics.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz soba noodles
  • 1/4 cup Chinese sesame paste
  • 1 tbsp chili crisp oil
  • 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 2 tsp agave or maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp five spice
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 3 cups red cabbage, shredded
  • 1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • Juice and zest of half a lime
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • Kosher salt
  • 6 oz smoked tofu or 12 oz frozen edamame
  • 8 leaves of mint leaves, torn
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Blend the sauce by combining sesame paste, chili oil, vinegar, tamari, garlic, agave, five spice, allspice, and vegetable broth until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbage with lime zest and juice, sesame oil, and salt; massage gently and let marinate.
  3. Cook soba noodles according to package instructions; rinse under cold water until cool.
  4. Prepare protein: crumble smoked tofu or cook frozen edamame as directed.
  5. Assemble the salad: Layer dressed noodles with slaw and protein; drizzle with additional sauce and garnish with herbs.

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