Cold Soba Noodle Jar (Meal Prep) by Chef Benson
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Cold Soba in a Jar is a refreshing, balanced meal that's perfect for busy days. Layered with wholesome ingredients and a flavourful dressing, it's easy to prepare in advance, convenient to grab on the go, and stays fresh in the refrigerator. Rich in fibre, plant-based protein, and colourful vegetables, it provides sustained energy while making healthy eating both simple and delicious.
Yield: 4 jars (750ml each)
Preparation time: 25 minutes
Storage: 3–4 days refrigerated
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Ingredients
Noodles
- 320g dried soba noodles
- Ice water for chilling
Vegetables
- 2 medium carrots (200g), julienned
- 1 Japanese cucumber (180g), thinly sliced
- 200g shelled edamame (cooked)
- 20g spring onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
- [Optional] 40g shredded purple cabbage for colour
- [Optional] microgreens or cress
Sesame Soy Dressing
* 80ml Japanese soy sauce
* 40ml rice vinegar
- 30ml sesame oil
- 20ml honey
- 15ml mirin
(alternatively, mix 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar with 1/2 teaspoon of sugar) - 15ml fresh lime juice
- 10g grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 1 tsp chilli flakes (optional)
Whisk until smooth.
Method
- Cook soba noodles according to package instructions (usually 4–5 minutes).
- Drain immediately.
- Rinse thoroughly under cold running water until completely cool.
- Soak in ice water for 2 minutes.
- Drain well.
- Toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil to prevent sticking.
Build Each Jar
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Bottom Layer - 45ml dressing
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Second Layer - 50g carrots
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Third Layer - 45g cucumber
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Fourth Layer - 50g edamame
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Top Layer - 80g cooked soba noodles
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Finishing - Sesame seeds, Spring Onions, Microgreens
Serve
Shake well before eating OR Invert into a bowl and toss.
Repurpose
Add:
- 250ml hot chicken broth
- Bok choy
- Mushrooms
and make into an instant soba soup noodles.
Nutrition (Approx.)
Per serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fat: 15g
- Fibre: 8g
