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Haruka's Soba Noodle Salad Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
- 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling noodles
- Colander for draining noodles
- Mixing bowl for dressing
- Salad bowl for serving

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
3. In a salad bowl, combine cooked soba noodles, shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, sliced red bell pepper, chopped scallions, and chopped cilantro.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
5. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top of the salad.
6. Serve chilled.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 5-7 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 280
- Total fat: 7g
- Total carbohydrates: 48g
- Dietary fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Shredded carrots can be substituted with shredded cabbage or julienned daikon radish.
- Red bell pepper can be substituted with yellow or orange bell pepper.
- Cilantro can be substituted with parsley or basil.

Variations:
- Add cooked shrimp or chicken for a protein boost.
- Add sliced avocado for a creamy texture.
- Add sliced jalapenos for a spicy kick.

Tips and tricks:
- Rinse the cooked soba noodles with cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown for added flavor.
- Make the dressing ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- This salad is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the salad in a large bowl and garnish with additional cilantro and sesame seeds.

Garnishes:
- Additional cilantro and sesame seeds

Pairings:
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.

Suggested side dishes:
- Edamame
- Miso soup
- Steamed rice

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the noodles are too sticky, rinse them with cold water again before adding to the salad.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash all vegetables thoroughly before slicing and using in the salad.

Food history:
- Soba noodles are a traditional Japanese noodle made from buckwheat flour.

Flavor profiles:
- This salad has a sweet and tangy dressing with a nutty flavor from the sesame seeds.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve this salad as a light lunch or as a side dish with grilled meats or fish.

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Region: Japanese

Taste: Tangy, Savory, Nutty, Umami, Refreshing