Dinner

A quick, cozy noodle bowl with buckwheat soba, protein-rich edamame, crisp vegetables, and a savory miso–sesame sauce. Light enough for focus, satisfying enough to feel complete.

Servings: 4
Time: Prep 15 minutes · Cook 15 minutes · Total ~30 minutes

Ingredients

Noodles

• 8 oz soba noodles, 100% buckwheat

Vegetables & Protein

• 1 cup shelled edamame, fresh or frozen, thawed
• 1 cup snow peas, trimmed
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 3 scallions, sliced, whites and greens separated

Miso Sesame Sauce

• 1 tablespoon white (light) miso
• 2 tablespoons tamari (liquid aminos or soy sauce work as well)
• 1 tablespoon tahini
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1–2 teaspoons real maple syrup, to taste
• 2–3 tablespoons warm water, for thinning

Toppings

• Toasted sesame seeds
• Optional chili flakes or chili crisp, to taste

Method

1. Cook the soba noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse briefly with cool water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
2. Whisk together the miso, tamari, tahini, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and water until smooth and pourable.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or neutral oil (avocado, canola, grapeseed, use what you have). Add the scallion whites, snow peas, and edamame. Cook 2–3 minutes until just tender and bright.
4. Add the shredded cabbage and cook 1 minute more, just until slightly softened but still crisp.
5. Add the cooked soba noodles and pour in the sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly and warm through, about 1–2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and finish with scallion greens and sesame seeds. Add chili flakes or chili crisp if desired.

Taste & Texture Notes

The noodles stay slippery and light, the cabbage adds crunch, and the miso–sesame sauce brings depth without heaviness. This dish should feel savory and comforting, not oily or dense.

Make It Yours

• Add mushrooms or baby bok choy if you want more vegetables.
• Swap snow peas for broccoli slaw or green beans.
• Use tamari and sesame paste if miso isn’t on hand.
• Enjoy warm or at room temperature, leftovers hold up well.
• Add optional heat with chili crisp or flakes to suit your mood.

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