Name: Chilled Lemongrass Chicken Soba Noodle Bowl
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 oz soba noodles (100% buckwheat for gluten-free); 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free); 1 tbsp sesame oil; 2 stalks lemongrass, tender inner part only, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch piece ginger, grated; 2 cups shredded carrots; 2 cups thinly sliced cucumber; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped (optional, omit if allergic); Juice of 1 lemon

Chilled Lemongrass Chicken Soba Noodle Bowl

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This chilled lemongrass chicken soba noodle bowl is your summer dinner hero. Silky, buckwheat noodles are tossed with crisp veggies and bright lemon, while juicy chicken packs over 35 grams of satisfying protein into each bowl. Lemongrass, ginger, and garlic infuse the chicken with fresh, sunny flavor—no heavy sauces needed. The whole dish is light, vibrant, and deeply nourishing, perfect for hot California evenings or post-workout refueling. Enjoy a meal that cools you down, energizes your body, and makes Sunday dinner feel like a breath of fresh air.

Ingredients

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cool. Set aside.
Meanwhile, place chicken breasts in a shallow dish. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. Pour over the chicken, turning to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes (or up to 1 hour for deeper flavor).
Heat a grill pan or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Grill chicken 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Let rest, then slice thinly.
In a large mixing bowl, toss chilled noodles with lemon juice, carrots, cucumber, and half the cilantro. Divide among 4 bowls.
Top each bowl with slices of grilled lemongrass chicken. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts (if using) and remaining cilantro.
Serve immediately, or chill further for an ultra-refreshing meal.