Buckwheat Noodle Salad

Yiannoulla Burness
9 hours ago
2 min read

If you're looking for a fresh and healthy dish that's bursting with colour and flavour, this buckwheat noodle salad is sure to please. Filled with crisp garden vegetables, tender buckwheat noodles, fragrant herbs, and a delicious homemade dressing, every bite is refreshing and satisfying. It's quick to prepare and naturally plant-based and perfect for a light lunch or served as a side to your favourite main meal.

EQUIPMENT

Large mixing bowl

Medium saucepan

Serving dish

INGREDIENTS FOR SALAD

90g buckwheat noodles (enough for 2 -3 people)

100g (1 medium) carrot, shaved into ribbons

45g (1 medium) Lebanese cucumber, shaved into ribbons, seeds removed

59g (½ cup) red cabbage, finely shredded

35g (1 shallot/spring onion), finely sliced

65g (½ cup) edamame beans

4 sprigs fresh coriander, finely chopped

METHOD

Cook the buckwheat noodles according to the packet instructions.
Drain and rinse under cold running water to remove excess starch. Set aside to cool.
Place the prepared vegetables, edamame, and coriander into a large mixing bowl.
Prepare the dressing.

PEANUT SESAME DRESSING

INGREDIENTS

1½ tablespoons peanut butter (or almond butter, or tahini)

1½ tablespoons light soy sauce

1 teaspoon dark soy sauce

1½ tablespoons maple syrup

2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

2–4 tablespoons warm water

2 tablespoons lime juice

1½ tablespoons sesame oil

METHOD

In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, light and dark soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
Add the warm water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking well after each addition until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
Stir in the lime juice.
Slowly whisk in the sesame oil until well combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Tip: Use room-temperature ingredients whenever possible. Cold peanut butter or chilled lime juice and soy sauce can cause the dressing to separate. Depending on the consistency you prefer, you may need between 3 and 5 tablespoons of warm water.