This Soba Noodle Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal made with perfectly chewy soba noodles, chopped kale, carrots, purple cabbage, and zero-oil air-fried tofu. It’s tossed in a creamy, tangy peanut dressing made from peanut butter, chili garlic paste, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures in every bite.
Rich in plant-based protein, fiber, and antioxidants, this salad is a clean, nourishing choice for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. The chewy noodles provide substance, the fresh vegetables add crunch and color, and the creamy peanut dressing brings a velvety, satisfying finish without any refined sugar or oil.
Ideal for anyone looking for a healthy, vegan noodle salad, a high-protein plant-based meal, or a light yet filling dish, this Soba Noodle Salad is a wholesome, flavorful, and satisfying option.
Healthy Soba Noodle Salad (Wholesome, Chewy & Flavor-Packed)
Description
Chewy soba noodles tossed with kale, carrots, purple cabbage, and zero-oil air-fried tofu in a creamy peanut, chili, and lemon dressing. A colorful, protein-packed, oil-free vegan salad.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prep the vegetables: chop kale, chop purple cabbage, and grate the carrots.
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Prepare the tofu: cut into square-sized pieces and air-fry at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes until crispy on the outside but still slightly soft inside.
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Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions (about 7 minutes) until chewy, not soft.
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Drain and cool the noodles under cold running water, then let them sit in a tray to fully drain.
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Make the dressing: combine peanut butter, lime juice, salt, chili garlic powder, and a little water. Keep it thick but pourable, like a salad dressing.
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Assemble the salad: in a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, chopped vegetables, and air-fried tofu.
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Add the dressing and mix thoroughly until every bite is evenly coated.
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Serve at room temperature or chilled for a refreshing, protein-packed, oil-free vegan noodle salad.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Serving Size 1 bowl (330 g)
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 456kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 19.8g31%
- Saturated Fat 3.4g17%
- Trans Fat 0g
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Sodium 390mg17%
- Total Carbohydrate 45.6g16%
- Dietary Fiber 7.2g29%
- Sugars 6.1g
- Protein 23.4g47%
- Added Sugars 0g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
