This is a quick and easy recipe for a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed hot or cold. Soba noodles are tossed with a creamy sesame sauce, crunchy cucumber, and smoky salmon. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a picnic lunch.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces soba noodles
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 ounces smoked salmon, flaked
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced
Instructions
- Cook the soba noodles according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, salt, and red pepper flakes if using.
- In a large bowl, toss the noodles with the sauce until well coated.
- Add the smoked salmon, scallions, sesame seeds, and cucumber and toss gently to combine.
- Enjoy hot or cold. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
