Citrus-Infused Soba Noodles with Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

A refreshing Japanese-inspired dish with buckwheat soba noodles tossed in a bright citrus-soy dressing and topped with crisp scallions. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 18 minutes, pairs soba noodles, scallions, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 3, 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

• 8 oz soba noodles
• 4 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp yuzu juice or lemon juice
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 8 oz soba noodles and cook for 5-6 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and cool the noodles.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp yuzu or lemon juice, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until combined.
3. Step 3: Transfer the cooled soba noodles to a large mixing bowl. Add 4 thinly sliced scallions, and pour the citrus-soy dressing over the noodles.
4. Step 4: Toss gently until the noodles are evenly coated and the scallions are distributed. Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top before serving chilled or at room temperature.