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Easy 10-min. Sesame Soba Noodles

Christie Lai
Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy sesame soba noodles recipe features springy buckwheat noodles tossed in a light, tangy soy dressing with roasted seaweed. It's perfect for busy weeknights or speedy lunches.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 2
Calories per serving 393 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 6.34 oz soba noodles buckwheat kind
  • 1 green onion finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoon sesame seeds toasted kind & crushed by hand
  • ½ half sheet nori thinly cut into 1" long pieces, or use crushed roasted seaweed snack / roasted seaweed flakes

Noodle Dressing:

Instructions
 

  • To make the dressing: Whisk the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sugar in a small bowl until the sugar dissolves.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the buckwheat noodles and cook for 1 minute less than package directions or until al dente.
  • Strain the noodles in a colander and rinse under very cold running water until cool. Shake out all excess water thoroughly.
  • Transfer the noodles to a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the noodles, add the crushed sesame seeds and sliced green onions, and mix well.
  • Divide into bowls, top with the crisp roasted seaweed, and serve cold.
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Nutrition
Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1.719mg | Potassium: 292mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 73IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 3mg