Cold Peanut Soba Noodles

Delight in the perfect balance of savory, nutty, and refreshing flavors with these Cold Peanut Soba Noodles—an easy, 20-minute recipe that's ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. This vibrant dish features tender soba noodles coated in a creamy peanut butter and soy sauce dressing, subtly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and enhanced with aromatic ginger and garlic. Crisp, colorful vegetables like cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper add a satisfying crunch, while sesame seeds, green onions, and optional cilantro provide a fresh and flavorful garnish. Serve chilled for maximum refreshment—this recipe is a versatile, crowd-pleasing choice for hot summer days or light, healthy dining anytime.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz soba noodles
• 0.333 cup peanut butter (creamy or natural)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 1 tsp ginger (freshly grated)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp water (to thin the sauce, as needed)
• 1 cucumber (julienned or thinly sliced)
• 1 carrot (julienned or shredded)
• 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
• 2 tbsp cilantro (chopped, optional)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions, usually about 4 minutes. Once cooked, drain and rinse the noodles under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), grated ginger, and minced garlic. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. It should be smooth and pourable.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles with the peanut sauce. Toss until the noodles are thoroughly coated.

Step 4

Add the cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper to the noodles. Toss gently to mix the vegetables evenly throughout.

Step 5

Divide the noodles into serving bowls. Top each bowl with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro (if using), and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a light meal or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a chilled version. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(741.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1050.1

Total Fat 59.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2134.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 41.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245.5mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 1459.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 37.7%