Oriental Cold Noodle Salad

• dried soba noodles↗15 ounces
• dark sesame oil↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• rice vinegar↗1⁄3 cup
• soy sauce↗1⁄3 cup
• lime↗1

  juice and zest of

• brown sugar↗2 tablespoons
• garlic cloves↗2

  minced

• red pepper flakes↗2 teaspoons
• finely grated carrot1 cup
• coarsely chopped salted peanuts1⁄4 cup
• chopped fresh cilantro1⁄2 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, cook soba noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse noodles with cold water, and set aside.

2. 2

   Pour into a large bowl the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and lime juice. Mix in lime zest, brown sugar, garlic, and red pepper flakes; stir until sugar dissolves. Toss in carrots, peanuts, and cilantro.

3. 3

   Cut noodles into 3-inch lengths. Stir into dressing mixture. Cover, and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

4. 4

   Toss salad again before serving. If dry, splash with soy sauce and vinegar. Serve cold.

5. 5

   Nutrition facts (per serving).

6. 6

   Calories (kcal) 242.

7. 7

   Protein 9.6g.

8. 8

   Cals from Protein 14%.

9. 9

   Total Fat 3.7g.

10. 10

    Cals from Fat 12%.

11. 11

    Carbohydrates 47.4g.

12. 12

    Cals from Carbohydrates 72%.

13. 13

    Fiber 1.3g.

14. 14

    Cholesterol 0mg.

15. 15

    Sodium 1071mg.