Japanese Sesame Soba Noodles with Scallions (Quick 15-minute Recipe)
This easy Japanese sesame soba noodle recipe features nutty buckwheat noodles tossed in a savory sesame soy dressing and topped with fresh scallions. Perfect as a quick Japanese side dish, light lunch, or cold noodle salad.
Ingredients
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 3 scallions thinly sliced
- ΒΌ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Cook soba noodles according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse noodles under cold water to remove starch.
- In a bowl, whisk sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, mirin, honey, and garlic.
- Add noodles and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and scallions over the noodles.
- Add red pepper flakes if desired and toss lightly.
- Serve immediately or chilled.
Notes
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1 cup)
Calories: 220 (11% DV)
Total Fat: 8g (10% DV)
Saturated Fat: 1g (5% DV)
Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
Sodium: 520mg (23% DV)
Total Carbohydrates: 31g (11% DV)
Dietary Fiber: 3g (11% DV)
Sugars: 3g
Protein: 8g (16% DV)
Nutrition information is an estimate only and may vary based on ingredient brands, substitutions, cooking methods, and portion sizes.Calories: 220 (11% DV)
Total Fat: 8g (10% DV)
Saturated Fat: 1g (5% DV)
Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
Sodium: 520mg (23% DV)
Total Carbohydrates: 31g (11% DV)
Dietary Fiber: 3g (11% DV)
Sugars: 3g
Protein: 8g (16% DV)