Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad with Tofu and Edamame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-08 · Updated 2026-07-08

Chilled soba noodles tossed with crispy tofu, edamame, and a bright sesame-ginger dressing for a refreshing Asian-inspired salad. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs dried soba noodles, firm tofu, edamame beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, 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 dried soba noodles
• 14 oz block, pressed and cubed firm tofu
• 1 cup shelled, cooked edamame beans
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 minced garlic clove
• 2 thinly sliced scallions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 8 oz dried soba noodles according to package instructions (about 5-6 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking and cool the noodles.
2. Step 2: While noodles cook, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove from heat.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 minced garlic clove, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil until emulsified.
4. Step 4: In a large bowl, combine the cooled soba noodles, crispy tofu, 1 cup cooked shelled edamame, and 2 thinly sliced scallions. Pour the sesame-ginger dressing over and toss gently to coat.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes over the salad. Chill for 10 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.