Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodles with Tofu and Scallions

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Chilled soba noodles tossed in a savory sesame-ginger dressing with pan-fried tofu cubes and fresh scallions for a refreshing and protein-packed meal. This Japanese-inspired game-day recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs soba noodles, firm tofu, low-sodium soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 8 oz soba noodles for 5-6 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crispy, then remove from heat.
  4. Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled soba noodles with the sesame-ginger dressing and toss gently to coat.
  5. Step 5: Add the crispy tofu cubes to the noodles along with 3 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds, tossing lightly to distribute evenly.
  6. Step 6: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing main dish.

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