Description

Bold, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Spicy Peanut Soba Noodle Salad is the ultimate go-to for a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal. With chewy soba noodles, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, spicy peanut dressing, every bite is full of texture and zing. Ready in under 30 minutes and totally customizable, it’s perfect for meal prep, picnics, or an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz soba noodles
½ cup creamy natural peanut butter
3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1–2 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (to taste)
1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp grated ginger
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 small cucumber, julienned or sliced
1 carrot, shredded or julienned
2 scallions, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped

1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

Cook the noodles: Boil soba noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.
Make the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, maple syrup, lime juice, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Add water 1 tsp at a time if needed to thin.
Prep the veggies: Slice the bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot. Chop scallions and cilantro.
Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the noodles, vegetables, and peanut sauce. Toss until evenly coated.

Garnish and serve: Top with peanuts, sesame seeds, and extra cilantro. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Rinse noodles well after cooking to prevent gumminess.

For a protein boost, add grilled tofu, edamame, shrimp, or chicken.

Adjust spice level by changing the amount of sriracha.

Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days—great for meal prep!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook / Boiled
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Keywords: soba noodle salad, spicy peanut noodles, vegan noodle salad, meal prep salad, cold noodle salad