Sesame Soba Noodles with Veggies

Looking for a quick, tasty, and healthy meal? These Sesame Soba Noodles with Vegetables are a simple yet flavorful dish that’s packed with fresh veggies and the nutty goodness of sesame. It’s a perfect go-to for busy weeknights or meal prep!

Ingredients:

• 200g soba noodles (buckwheat noodles)
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup snow peas (or whatever veggies you love!)
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional, but adds a nice sweetness)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame paste or tahini (optional for extra sesame flavor)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated (optional, but really adds depth)
• Chopped green onions, for garnish
• Coriander or parsley, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook the Noodles
   Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Once they’re done, rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and keep them nice and separated. Set them aside.
2. Stir-Fry the Veggies
   While your noodles are cooking, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger (if you’re using it) and sauté for a minute or so until they’re fragrant. Then, toss in the carrot, bell pepper, and snow peas, and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, just until they’re tender but still crisp.
3. Make the Sauce
   In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey (if you’re using it). If you want to up the sesame flavor, you can also mix in a tablespoon of sesame paste or tahini.
4. Combine Everything
   Add the cooked noodles into the pan with the veggies, and pour the sauce over it all. Toss everything together so that the noodles get nice and coated. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes to make sure everything’s heated through and flavorful.
5. Serve and Garnish
   Once it’s all mixed and warm, plate it up. Sprinkle some sesame seeds, green onions, and a little coriander or parsley for a fresh touch.
6. Enjoy!
   That’s it—your sesame soba noodles with veggies are ready to eat! This dish is perfect on its own or you can add some grilled chicken or tofu to make it even heartier.

Tips:

• Switch up the veggies: Feel free to use whatever veggies you have on hand—mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini would all be great additions!
• Make it spicy: If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or drizzle some sriracha on top.
• Extra protein: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu to turn this into a full meal.

This is one of those recipes that’s simple, healthy, and absolutely packed with flavor. Enjoy!