Japanese Noodle and Mushroom Salad

Elevate your meal prep game with this vibrant Japanese Noodle and Mushroom Salad, a perfect balance of light and savory flavors. Featuring tender soba noodles tossed with earthy sautéed shiitake mushrooms, crispy julienned carrots, and protein-packed edamame, this dish is dressed in a mouthwatering blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this salad is both visually stunning and irresistibly flavorful. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's ideal as a refreshing lunch, a standout side dish, or a light dinner that captures the essence of Japanese cuisine. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired salads, this recipe is a healthy, versatile addition to your repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams soba noodles
• 200 grams shiitake mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 minced garlic clove
• 2 stalks, sliced thinly green onions
• 100 grams edamame, shelled
• 1 medium, julienned carrot
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the soba noodles, and cook according to package instructions (usually about 5-6 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender and lightly browned. Sprinkle with a small pinch of salt and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, mirin, honey, minced garlic, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Whisk together until the mixture is well blended. Set the dressing aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, sautéed mushrooms, edamame, julienned carrot, and sliced green onions.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 7

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before serving for a more refreshing salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(732.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	799.4

Total Fat 38.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2975.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 33.8g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 216.7mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1605.4mg	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: 40.5%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 43.5%