Toasted Sesame Soba Noodles with Ginger-Soy Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

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Cold soba noodles tossed with a zesty ginger-soy dressing and toasted sesame seeds for a light, refreshing dish. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 17 minutes, pairs soba noodles, sesame oil, 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 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 7 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz soba noodles
2 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
1 tsp honey
2 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 8 oz soba noodles, and cook according to package instructions (about 5-7 minutes) until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and cool the noodles.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp sesame oil, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tsp honey until well combined.
Step 3: Place the cooled soba noodles in a large mixing bowl and pour the dressing over them. Toss gently to coat all noodles evenly.
Step 4: Add 2 thinly sliced scallions, 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using, then toss again gently.
Step 5: Serve chilled or at room temperature garnished with extra sesame seeds if desired.