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Spicy Tahini and Avocado Soba

By Candice Kumai

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A single serving of buckwheat noodles swirled into a bowl with slices of avocado and baby greens and edible flowers.
Photo by Candice Kumai

Soba + tahini + avocado? Enough said. This full- meal noodle salad is one of my favorite ways to fill up on good carbs, healthy fats, and plenty of nutrient-rich greens.

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