Gluten-Free Soba Noodle Salad with Noodles
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This vibrant salad features chewy, tender gluten-free noodles tossed with your favorite protein and crisp, fresh vegetables. A zesty, savory dressing ties all the flavors together for a satisfying and wholesome meal.
At a glance: This medium lunch recipe yields 4 servings in about 32 minutes (12 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 9 ingredients — including certified gluten-free soba noodles, protein of choice, fresh vegetables of choice — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more lunch recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Soba Noodle Salad with Noodles: When preparing this lunch recipe, always ensure that all ingredients, particularly packaged noodles and sauces, are certified gluten-free to prevent cross-contamination with gluten. Be mindful of shared kitchen equipment when preparing this dish In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Soba Noodle Salad with Noodles: This recipe relies on certified gluten-free soba noodles and gluten-free tamari to ensure it is safe for those avoiding gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 8 oz certified gluten-free soba noodles
- 1 cup protein of choice (cooked chicken, shrimp, pan-fried tofu, or rinsed chickpeas)
- 2 cups fresh vegetables of choice, thinly sliced or chopped (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, cucumber, edamame)
- 2 tbsp gluten-free tamari or gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or lime juice
Instructions
- 1
Cook the certified gluten-free soba noodles according to package directions, typically for about 6-8 minutes, until tender but still slightly firm to the bite. Drain them thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking. Set aside to cool completely.
- 2
While the noodles are cooking, prepare your protein. If using tofu, pan-fry it until golden brown and slightly crisp, about 8-10 minutes. If using pre-cooked chicken or shrimp, ensure it's seasoned with gluten-free spices. Rinse and drain chickpeas if using them.
- 3
Prepare your fresh vegetables by washing and slicing or chopping them into bite-sized pieces. Aim for a variety of colors and textures, such as thinly sliced bell peppers, julienned carrots, crisp cucumber, and shelled edamame. This step should take about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the gluten-free tamari, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger (if using), minced garlic (if using), and fresh lemon or lime juice. This creates your flavorful dressing. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled gluten-free soba noodles, your prepared protein, and the fresh vegetables. Pour the prepared dressing over the mixture and gently toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated. Allow the salad to sit for about 5 minutes for the flavors to meld before serving.
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Tips & Notes
- Pre-shredded bagged carrots are drier and choppier — they won't give the same moist crumb.
- Roll the lemon firmly on the counter before cutting to get significantly more juice.
- Press or mince garlic rather than slicing for a more pungent flavor; slice for a milder taste.
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