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Soba Noodle Salad

This vibrant soba noodle salad bursts with flavor and color, thanks to its medley of crunchy veggies, nutty sesame seeds, and a zingy ginger-lime dressing. It’s light and refreshing, perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying side dish!

Pasta salad is so easy to prepare and the perfect addition to any meal! Plus, it’s easy to store and take on the go. Try these other potluck-ready recipes: California spaghetti salad, pesto pasta salad, or Greek broccoli pasta salad!

Asian Soba Pasta Salad

This soba noodle salad is a game-changer for lunch. It’s packed with fresh, crunchy veggies like red bell pepper and carrot, creamy edamame, and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds. The star of the show, though, is that tangy ginger-lime dressing. It’s sweet, spicy, and oh-so-good, clinging to every strand of those perfectly cooked soba noodles! I love how the sesame oil keeps the noodles from clumping together, even when it’s been kept in the fridge.

It’s light and refreshing, but the filling noodles and protein-packed edamame keep you feeling satisfied all afternoon. Whether you make it for a flavor-packed lunch or a potluck dish to share, soba noodle salad is sure to be a winner. Another reason why I love this recipe is because you can throw any leftovers in an airtight container, keep it in the fridge, and it will taste just as good the next day! Maybe even better, because this way the flavors have more time to meld!

Salad and Dressing Ingredients

This soba noodle salad is the perfect canvas for all of your favorite mix-ins! Swap veggies, add protein, or try herbs like cilantro or mint. Get creative!

Noodles: Quick-cooking soba adds an earthy, nutty base. Toss with sesame oil to keep them from sticking.

Sesame Oil: Rich, toasty flavor and anti-clumping magic for both noodles and dressing.

Green Onions: Fresh, savory bites contrast the dressing’s sweetness.

Red Bell Pepper: Adds a vibrant color and juicy crunch.

Carrot: Thin slices for easy mixing, adds sweetness and crunch to the soba noodle salad.

Edamame: They’re creamy, protein-packed, and add the best texture. Shelled or frozen work.

Sesame Seeds: Nutty crunch and extra calcium, toast for deeper flavor.

For the Zesty Dressing:

Ginger: Freshly grated zing for a punch of flavor.

Lime Juice: Bright, citrusy tang makes everything pop in your soba noodle salad.

Soy Sauce: The savory base of the dressing! Use low-sodium soy sauce if you don’t want it to be too salty.

Rice Vinegar: Balances sweetness with a bit of tang.

Sesame Oil: Double dose of toasty sesame goodness.

Honey: A touch of sweetness to round out the flavors.

Garlic: Minced for savory flavor in each bite.

Sriracha (optional): Adds a spicy kick!

How to Make Soba Noodle Salad

Soba noodle salad is super easy to mix up whenever you’re craving something light and flavorful, but also satisfying!

Prepare Noodles: Cook the soba noodles according to the package directions. Once the noodles are cooked, strain and rinse under cold water and place them in a large bowl, pour 2 teaspoons sesame oil on the noodles and stir to coat evenly. Then place covered in the fridge. The oil will keep the noodles from sticking together while you assemble the rest of the salad.

Vegetable Mixture: In a medium bowl place the green onions, sliced bell pepper, sliced carrot, edamame, and sesame seeds. Then toss to mix.

Prepare Dressing: To make the dressing, in a small bowl whisk together the ginger, lime juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and sriracha if using.

Combine: Take the cooled noodles out of the fridge. Then put all the fillings on top of the noodles and toss to mix. Pour the dressing on top of the salad and toss to coat everything evenly.

Serve or Store: Serve fresh, or cover and place back in the fridge so the salad can marinate a bit before serving.

Tips and Variations

Toppings: You can add any number of your favorite salad toppings to this salad, I recommend peas, sprouts, radish, or kohlrabi!

Protein: Feel free to add shredded chicken, tofu, or cube steaks for protein!

Different Dressing: You don’t have to use the dressing included in this recipe, any asian inspired dressing would make a great substitute, like my Asian Salad Dressing or Spicy Cashew Dressing

Storing Leftover Soba Noodle Salad

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week in an airtight container. You can eat it straight out of the fridge!

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Soba Noodle Salad

This vibrant soba noodle salad bursts with flavor and color, thanks to its medley of crunchy veggies, nutty sesame seeds, and a zingy ginger-lime dressing.
Course Dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Asian American, japanese american
Keyword soba noodle salad, soba pasta salad
Prep Time 30 minutes minutes
Total Time 30 minutes minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 343kcal
Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

8 ounces soba noodles2 teaspoons sesame oil3 green onions, sliced1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced1 large carrot, thinly sliced1 cup edamame, shelled3 tablespoons sesame seeds

Dressing

1 tablespoon grated ginger2 tablespoons fresh lime juice1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon rice vinegar2 teaspoons sesame oil2 teaspoons honey1 clove garlic, minced2 teaspoons sriracha, optional for spice

Instructions

Cook the soba noodles according to the package directions. Once the noodles are cooked, strain and rinse under cold water and place them in a large bowl, pour 2 teaspoons sesame oil on the noodles and stir to coat evenly, place covered in the fridge. The oil will keep the noodles from sticking together while you assemble the rest of the salad.
In a medium bowl place the green onions, sliced bell pepper, sliced carrot, edamame, and sesame seeds. Toss to mix.
To make the dressing, in a small bowl whisk together the ginger, lime juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and sriracha if using.
Take the cooled noodles out of the fridge. Put all the fillings on top of the noodles and toss to mix. Pour the dressing on top of the salad and toss to coat everything evenly.
Serve fresh, or cover and place back in the fridge to marinate a bit before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 770mg | Potassium: 510mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3576IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 4mg

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