Veggies with Soba Noodles and Peanut-Miso Sauce

8oz Soba ( buckwheat) noodles

4Tbl miso

4Tbl natural unsalted peanut butter

1/2T + finely grated ginger

1c boiling water ( or more to desired sauce thickness)

4 c steamed vegetables ( fresh or frozen)

 

Cook soba noodles in boiling water until just done ( about 5 minutes).  In the meantime chop the veggiesinto bite size pieces and steam until just tender.  Mix together miso, ginger and peanut butter and stir in boiling water.  Mix well until you have a smooth sauce.  Add to drained noodles.  Top with vegetables.  Tofu cubes, cooked chicken or shrimp can be added. For some heat, chili flakes are a nice addition.  Serve with sliced cucumber topped with seasoned vinegar.  Serves 4.

Nutrition for basic recipe:

Kcal325Fat 9gmsProtein 17gmsCarb 42gms Sodium 750mgFiber 6.3 

To reduce sodium use less miso and flavor with more ginger and add grated garlic or use unsalted vegetables broth in place of water.

 

Created for LiveWell, a program of Five Mountains Hawaii.