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Enhanced Prawn and Soba Noodle Salad
Delight in this colorful Prawn and Soba Noodle Salad, where the tender sweetness of prawns dances with the nutty goodness of buckwheat soba noodles. Each mouthful is a refreshing celebration of crisp cucumber, vibrant carrots, and sweet red bell peppers, all harmonized with aromatic herbs and a zesty dressing that invigorates the senses. Perfect for warm weather or a light lunch, this dish draws inspiration from traditional Japanese cuisine, which has long celebrated the art of cold soba noodles. With its vibrant colors and enticing flavors, this salad not only nourishes the body but also lifts the spirit!
Ingredients
- Soba noodles
- 8 ounces
- Prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound
- Cucumber, julienned
- 1 medium
- Carrot, julienned
- 1 medium
- Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium
- Spring onions, chopped
- 2
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup
- Roasted peanuts, chopped
- 1/3 cup
- Garlic, minced
- 2 cloves
- Ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon
- Lime, juiced
- 2 limes
- Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons
- Honey
- 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Salt
- to taste
- Pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool them down.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled soba noodles, prawns, julienned cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped spring onions, chopped cilantro, and chopped roasted peanuts.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a flavorful dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes so the flavors meld together, enhancing the overall taste.
- Serve the prawn and soba noodle salad chilled, garnished with extra lime wedges for an added zesty kick, if desired.
Tips
- For a spicy kick, consider adding thinly sliced fresh chili or a dash of chili sauce to the dressing.
- Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables such as snap peas, radishes, or avocado for added texture and flavor.
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance; just keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Calories: 420 Fat: 15g Carbs: 50g Protein: 25g Sugar: 5g Sodium: 600mg
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