Name: Teriyaki Soba Noodles Bowl
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 5 oz Soba Noodles; 2 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil; 5 cups Frozen Stir Fry Vegetables; 1 cup Frozen Shelled Edamame; 1 Tbsp Cornstarch; 2 Tbsp Cold Water; 2 Tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce; 2 Tbsp Rice Vinegar; 1 Tbsp Honey ((or Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar for vegan substitute)); 2 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil; 2 Garlic cloves, (minced); 1 ½ tsp Grated Ginger; ½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes, (more or less to taste); Sliced Green Onions; Sesame Seeds

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These delicious, easy vegetarian Teriyaki Soba Noodles Bowls use frozen stir fry vegetables and a simple homemade teriyaki sauce so you can get your meal prepared lightening quick! This recipe has everything you're looking for in a noodle bowl. Crisp tender vegetables that require zero prep, a thick sauce that's a little sweet, a little salty, and a little tangy, and of course, noodles! And with only 20 minutes from freezer to table, this is a family pleaser! Or a great lunch to pack for work or school!

Teriyaki Soba Noodles in a large white bowl, being lifted with chop sticks

Is Soba Healthy?

Soba noodles are traditionally used in Japanese dishes. They are made of buckwheat flour, or a blend of buckwheat and other flours. They can be gluten free, so if you need that option, look for that. Buckwheat is naturally gluten free, as long as it doesn't get "contaminated" with gluten containing grain.

Buckwheat, like quinoa, isn't a grain in the botanical sense, but a seed that is used in many traditional Asian cuisines. It is more nutritious than some other grains, containing a good amount of fiber, manganese, copper, and magnesium. Buckwheat is also high in antioxidants, which are essential for heart health.

Soba noodles are easy to cook, too, making them a great heart healthy option. Usually just a few minutes in boiling water and they're ready to go!

What to use as a soba noodles substitute

If you can't find soba noodles, you can still make this recipe! Use either rice noodles or wheat noodles. Rice noodles are gluten free, so if you need that option, go for rice noodles. Look for whole grain, brown rice noodles if you can for more nutrition. If you opt for wheat noodles, get a whole wheat version. In either case, you'll want spaghetti or vermicelli type noodles.

What is Edamame?

Edamame is essentially a soybean without the pod. Make sure to get shelled ones to make this ultra simple. Soy has many heart health benefits, including lowering LDL cholesterol, lowering triglycerides, raising HDL cholesterol, and modestly lowering blood pressure. A great, high protein addition to heart healthy meals!

How to make vegetarian Teriyaki Noodle Bowls

There are three main steps to making a quick meal out of this teriyaki noodle recipe.

First, cook the noodles. Follow the instructions on the package, and when they're done, toss them with a bit of oil so they don't stick together.

Next, make the healthy homemade teriyaki sauce by whisking all the sauce ingredients together. Set that aside.

Now, heat up the sesame oil in a wok or large skillet, and stir fry the vegetables and edamame until they are thawed, and crisp-tender. Add the sauce and simmer until it's thickened.

Then add the noodles to the skillet, too, and toss everything to combine.

If you want a garnish, add chopped green onions and sesame seeds, and maybe an additional sprinkle of red pepper flakes! Delicious, healthy soba noodles ready in less time than you can get a take out order!

Be sure to try some of our other Asian-inspired healthy recipes, including Bok Choy Miso Soup, Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing, and Iced Pineapple Matcha.

If you make Teriyaki Soba Noodles Bowls, tell me about it in the comments!

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