Quick edamame soba noodle bowl

Quick edamame soba noodle bowl with soba noodles, edamame, pepper, soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame oil – uncomplicated, balanced and on the table in no time.

At a glance

• Serves 2
• Prep time: 10 min
• Cooking time: 15 min
• Total time: 25 min
• Calories: 370 kcal per serving
• Protein: 20 g
• Fat: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g

Ingredients

• 150 g soba noodles
• 200 g edamame
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 red pepper
• 2 tbsp soy sauce

Method

You’ll need: chopping board · knife · mixing bowl · sieve

1. Cook the soba noodles in boiling water according to the packet instructions. Drain and refresh them in cold water so they don't stick together.
2. Cut the red pepper into thin strips. Put it in a large bowl with the edamame.
3. Stir the soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame oil together in a small bowl or jar until smooth. That's your simple, savoury dressing.
4. Add the cooled soba noodles to the veg. Mix everything thoroughly with the dressing.
5. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top. If you like, leave the bowl to stand briefly so the flavours come together.
6. To serve, divide the edamame soba noodle bowl between bowls and enjoy straight away.

Good to know

When you need something quick, this bowl is just right. Fresh, filling and nicely uncomplicated. A meal like this easily keeps you going through the day.

Swaps

Sesame oil → olive oil (more monounsaturated fatty acids), soy sauce → tamari (gluten-free if labelled as such), soba noodles → 100% buckwheat noodles (often more buckwheat, usually no wheat), sesame seeds → chopped almonds (provide vitamin E and magnesium)

Allergens

Contains soya, sesame and, depending on the type of soba noodles, gluten; generally suitable for children if the seasoning stays mild, and no problem in pregnancy with fresh, well-chilled ingredients. Contains: gluten.

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