Ingredients

8ozsoba noodles

¼cupraw sesame seeds

⅓cupreduced sodium tamari

¼cuptoasted sesame oil

2tbsplime juice

1tspgrated fresh ginger

2clovesgarlic,pressed or minced

½tspred pepper flakes,to taste

10ozred cabbage

1½cupscarrots,peeled and then sliced into ribbons with vegetable peeler

1red bell pepper,sliced into very thin strips

1bunchgreen onions,chopped

½cupcilantro,chopped

2cupsshelled edamame,steamed, optional

Preparation

Cook the soba noodles according to the package directions. Drain in a colander and rinse them well under cool water.

Transfer the drained noodles to a large serving bowl and set aside.

Meanwhile, toast the sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring often. Once fragrant and turning golden, transfer them to a small bowl to prevent burning. Set aside.

In another bowl, combine the tamari, sesame oil, lime juice, ginger, garlic and red pepper flakes. Whisk until blended. Set aside.

To assemble, add the cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and optional edamame to your bowl with the noodles. Drizzle in the dressing.

Add all of the sesame seeds, and use tongs to toss until the mixture is fully combined. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for later.