Soba Noodle Salad Recipe - Laura Vitale - Laura in the Kitchen Episode 621

soba noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole grain noodles offer more fiber, while spaghetti is often more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is a lower-sodium option.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is generally less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley adds freshness, and green onions are often more budget-friendly.

Chop mint and cilantro finely and set aside.

Peel carrot and shred it using a box grater.

Prepare a pot of salted water and bring it to a boil.

Add soba noodles to boiling water and cook for 4 minutes.

Drain noodles and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and remove starch.

Combine noodles with chopped vegetables in a large bowl.

In a separate bowl, mix together garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, lime juice, and a pinch of sugar to create the dressing.

Pour dressing over the noodle and vegetable mixture and toss to combine.

Refrigerate salad for a few hours to enhance flavors before serving.

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