BUCKWHEAT SOBA BOWL

MAKES 4 SERVINGS

AGELESS ANTIOXIDANTS

LONGEVITY LOVER

PROTEIN DREAM

STRONG BONES

VISION MISSION

These buckwheat flour soba noodles have a chewy, nutty texture that complements the crunchy edamame and zesty miso sauce. The edamame also provides added protein, calcium, and iron to this fiber-rich and heart-healthy whole-grain dish. It’s light, healthy, and satisfying, and equally delicious served warm or cold.

NOODLES

1 (8-ounce) package buckwheat soba noodles, cooked according to package directions

1 cup frozen edamame, cooked according to package directions

1 tablespoon sesame oil

½ teaspoon sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

VEGETABLES

1 medium carrot, shredded (about 1 cup)

¼ medium-size head purple cabbage, shredded (about 1½ cups)

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

¼ teaspoon sea salt

DRESSING

2 tablespoons sesame oil

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon peeled and grated ginger

2 tablespoons miso (red, yellow, or white)

GARNISH

Cilantro leaves

Hot sauce, to taste

NOODLES In a large bowl, combine noodles with edamame, oil, salt, and pepper and set aside.

VEGETABLES In a second bowl, combine carrots and cabbage and season with rice vinegar and salt.

DRESSING In a blender, combine the dressing ingredients with ¼ cup water. Blend until very smooth.

ASSEMBLE AND GARNISH To assemble, toss the noodle mixture and the carrot mixture together in a large bowl. You can either drizzle the miso dressing on the noodles or serve it on the side. Garnish the noodles with cilantro and hot sauce.