I love sweet and spicy dishes, this one really hit the spot. I have now fondly adopted the soba noodle and it is now a staple in my pantry. Not only are they delicious, they are full of nutrition. I also discovered they are not related to wheat at all, they are completely gluten free and are actually considered a 'highly nutritious seed'. If your following a gluten free lifestyle then soba noodles will fit in perfectly for you. Just be sure to look for the soba noodles containing 100% buckwheat. I like these from Eden Foods. They cook in the same way other noodles cook, the only thing I would recommend with soba noodles is to make sure to add salt to the water when cooking to really bring out the flavors. I enjoyed this recipe and have made it quite a few times adding my own personal touch each time adapting from the original recipe by Simply Reem. It's sweet, spicy, salty, noodly and refreshing all in one...a myriad of goodness! 

• 1 package (9 oz.) soba noodles (I like Eden Foods)
• 1 large English cucumber, julienned
• 1/2 cup cilantro, roughly chopped 
• lime wedges
• mineral salt & fresh cracked pepper to taste

• 3/4 cup scallions (green onions), thinly sliced 
• 2 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or minced
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 - 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon sesame, toasted sesame or grapeseed oil
• 1 - 2 tablespoons tamari, soy sauce or Namo Shoyu
• 1 - 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon sriracha, optional