Chilled Matcha Soba Noodles with Sesame Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Refreshing cold soba noodles infused with matcha green tea powder, served with a nutty sesame dressing for a light, flavorful dish. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs matcha soba noodles, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 200g matcha soba noodles
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1/2 medium, julienned cucumber

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add 200g matcha soba noodles and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cool, then drain well.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp grated ginger until smooth.
3. Step 3: Toss the cooled noodles with the dressing, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 2 thinly sliced scallions, and 1/2 julienned cucumber.
4. Step 4: Chill the noodles in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors and serve cold.