Description
A refreshing and nutritious Kyoto Chicken Soba Salad topped with a creamy sesame dressing, perfect for a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups soba noodles
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup tahini (for dressing)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for dressing)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon honey (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for dressing)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (for dressing)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (for dressing)
- Water, as needed for consistency (for dressing)
Instructions
- Cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, shredded carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro. Add the sliced chicken on top.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together tahini, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Add water a little at a time until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
- Drizzle the creamy sesame dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of sriracha to the dressing.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute grilled tofu for chicken and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg