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Soba Noodle Salad with Seared Tuna – A Flavorful Fusion Dish

This soba noodle salad with seared tuna is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines Japanese flavors with a modern twist. It features chilled nutty buckwheat soba noodles, crisp vegetables, and perfectly seared tuna steak encrusted in sesame seeds for a delightful crunch, all brought together with a zesty Asian-inspired dressing. The contrast of textures and flavors makes it a light yet satisfying meal, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.

Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 50 mins
Servings 6
Calories 249
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

This soba noodle salad with seared tuna is a refreshing, vibrant dish that combines soba buckwheat noodles, crisp vegetables, and perfectly seared tuna steak, all brought together with a zesty Asian-inspired dressing.

Ingredients
  • 8 ounces of uncooked soba noodles (buckwheat noodles)
  • 1 pound of sushi-grade tuna steak
  • 1 teaspoon of salt (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon of coarse black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1 cup of English cucumber (finely chopped)
  • 1 carrot (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup of radishes (julienne-cut)
  • 1/3 cup of red bell pepper (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup of scallions (thinly sliced on the bias)
  • 3 Tablespoons of rice vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons of soy sauce (plus some for brushing tuna steaks)
  • 1 Tablespoon of peanut oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of dark sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons of sesame seeds (toasted)
  • 1 teaspoon of sesame oil (for tossing noodles)
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup edamame beans, shelled (for garnish)
Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook soba noodles according to package instructions (typically 3-5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and remove excess starch. Toss with 1 tsp sesame oil to prevent sticking, then set aside.

  2. Pat the tuna steak dry with a paper towel. Lightly brush the tuna steak with soy sauce, and season on both sides with half of the salt, fresh-cracked black pepper, and toasted sesame seeds.

  3. Heat a large non-stick skillet over med-high heat. Coat the pan with cooking spray. Place the tuna in the pan and cook for about 3 minutes on each side to sear or until desired doneness. Set tuna aside to rest.

  4. In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, peanut oil, dark sesame oil, remaining salt, and crushed red pepper.

  5. In a medium bowl, combine the noodles, the dressing, cucumbers, carrots, radishes, and red bell peppers. Toss to combine.

  6. Arrange the noodles equally on six plates, about 1 cup each. Cut the tuna steak into 6 equal pieces, then slice each of the 6 pieces into slices of equal thickness for plating. Place the tuna slices on top of the soba noodles.

  7. Garnish each plate with the sliced scallions, avocado, and edamame.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 249kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 29mg10%
Sodium 449mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 27g9%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 2.6g
Protein 24g48%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Serving Suggestions & Variations

  • Protein Swap: Replace tuna with grilled shrimp, tofu, or chicken.
  • Extra Crunch: Add chopped peanuts or cashews.
  • Spicy Kick: Drizzle with sriracha or add sliced red chilies.

This soba noodle salad with seared tuna is an elegant yet simple dish, balancing umami, acidity, sweetness, and spice in every bite. Enjoy!

Read it online: https://sharpenedrecipes.com/recipe/soba-noodle-salad-with-seared-tuna-a-flavorful-fusion-dish/