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Rustic Japanese Soba Noodles with Vegetables and Sesame

Name: Rustic Japanese Soba Noodles with Vegetables and Sesame
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 12 oz soba noodles; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 cup sliced bell peppers; 1 cup thinly sliced carrots; 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced; 2 cups spinach leaves; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon mirin; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon water; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted; 2 scallions, thinly sliced

Dive into a warm and comforting dish featuring tender soba noodles paired with seasonal vegetables and a rich sesame dressing.

4.5(116 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 7, 2025

Rustic Japanese Soba Noodles with Vegetables and Sesame — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Soba Noodles

For the Vegetables

For the Sesame Dressing

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 440 kcal
Protein: 14.75 g
Carbs: 77.75 g
Fat: 9.5 g
Fiber: 7 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1758 kcal
Protein: 59 g
Carbs: 311 g
Fat: 38 g
Fiber: 28 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
12 oz soba noodles	1260	48	264	6	18
1 tablespoon sesame oil	120	0	0	14	0
1 cup sliced bell peppers	30	1	7	0	2
1 cup thinly sliced carrots	50	1	12	0	3
1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced	15	1	4	0	1
2 cups spinach leaves	14	2	2	0	1
2 tablespoons soy sauce	18	2	2	0	0
1 tablespoon rice vinegar	0	0	0	0	0
1 tablespoon mirin	40	0	10	0	0
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil	80	0	0	9	0
1 teaspoon sugar	16	0	4	0	0
1 tablespoon water	0	0	0	0	0
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted	105	3	4	9	2
2 scallions, thinly sliced	10	1	2	0	1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Cooking the Soba Noodles

1
Bring to a boil
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Cook soba noodles
Add soba noodles and cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes.
3
Drain and rinse
Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then toss with sesame oil to prevent sticking.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Heat the pan
Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a little oil.
2
Sauté vegetables
Add bell peppers, carrots, and shiitake mushrooms; sauté for 5-7 minutes.
Tip: Important: Do not overcook the vegetables; maintain a slight crunch. Pro Tip: Consistent slicing ensures even cooking and better flavor integration.
3
Add spinach
Add spinach leaves and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes.

How to Make Rustic Japanese Soba Noodles with Vegetables and Sesame

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sautéing Vegetables
Heat oil and add vegetables in batches to ensure consistent cooking.
2
Mixing Dressing
Whisk all dressing ingredients until sugar dissolves completely.
3
Combining Everything
Gently toss the soba noodles with vegetables and dressing until everything is well-incorporated.