Winter Soba Noodle Salad

15 min

4 servings

Beat the winter chill with a speedy Winter Soba Noodle Salad! Soba, those quick-cooking Japanese buckwheat noodles, infuse a nutty flavor that's perfect for busy nights. Gluten-free? No problem! Grab certified gluten-free noodles for an inclusive feast. Upgrade with fresh mandarins – they're winter's citrusy gems – adding an extra burst of goodness. Quick, filling, and bursting with vibrant flavors for those bustling weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1⁄2 pkg (363 g) soba buckwheat noodles
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Ginger Dressing Mix or Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Mix
  • 2 tbsp each olive oil and water
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1 large red bell pepper
  • 1⁄2 lb (225 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (284 ml/10 oz) mandarin orange segments
  • 2 cups frozen shelled edamame, defrosted

Preparation

  • In Multipurpose Pot, set over high heat, boil soba noodles until cooked, about 7 min per package directions. Drain and rinse noodles under cold water. Place in a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together dressing mix, olive oil, water, and soy sauce.
  • Thinly slice bell pepper. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Heat oil in Sauté Pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken to pan; pan fry 8 min or until cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, drain and rinse mandarins. Add mandarins, pepper, and edamame to bowl with noodles.
  • Add cooked chicken and dressing to bowl. Toss to coat. Add toppings, if desired.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 430, Fat 13 g (Saturated 1.5 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Carbohydrate 53 g (Fiber 6 g, Sugars 9 g), Protein 25 g.

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This is a perfectly balanced plate.