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Soba Nudelsalat mit Mango, Gurken und Tofu

Soba Noodle Salad with Mango and Tofu

A fresh and easy Soba Noodle Salad with Mango, featuring soba noodles, smoked tofu, sweet mango, and a zesty sesame-lime dressing. Quick to make in 20 minutes. Serves 4 as a light meal or 3 as a generous main.

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Course Main Dish
Category Asian, Japanese
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 565 kcal
Autor Elle

Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 300 g buckwheat soba noodles
  • 200 g smoked tofu, diced
  • 1 mango (firm but ripe), peeled and cut into thin strips
  • 2 mini cucumbers, halved, seeded, and thinly sliced into half-moons
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 red chili, seeded and thinly sliced
  • handful of fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 3 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

For the dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • zest of 1 organic lime
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar (Japanese)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method

  1. Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions until al dente (about 3-5 minutes). Tip: Boil them for 30 seconds less than instructed for a perfect texture.

  2. Drain and rinse the noodles under cold running water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch. Let them drain well, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together the dressing ingredients: sesame oil, olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, rice vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Add the salad ingredients to the bowl with the noodles: smoked tofu, mango, cucumber, green onions, and chili. Pour over the dressing and toss to combine.

  5. Garnish and serve with fresh cilantro and a generous sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy!

Notes

  • I love using the smoked almond-sesame tofu – its nutty flavor and crispy texture from roasted almonds and sesame add a special touch to the dish.
  • Meal Prep Tip: This soba noodle salad is a dream for make-ahead meals. It holds up beautifully in the fridge for up to 3 days—just give it a quick toss before serving to bring the flavours back to life. Perfect for packed lunches or an easy grab-and-go dinner!

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