If you’re craving something light yet satisfying, sashimi salad with soba noodles checks every box. It’s a refreshing mix of clean flavors, vibrant colors, and nourishing ingredients that come together in one beautiful bowl. Perfect for warm days or when you want a meal that’s both healthy and exciting, this dish delivers on taste without weighing you down.
At the heart of this salad is sashimi-grade fish. Tuna and salmon are classic picks, but yellowtail or even scallops can work just as well. The key is using the freshest fish you can find. Slice it thinly so it pairs well with the delicate textures of the noodles and greens.
Soba noodles, made from buckwheat, add a nutty flavor and a slightly chewy texture. They’re quick to cook and can be served chilled or at room temperature. After boiling, rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking and remove excess starch. This helps them stay light and separate in the salad.
Now for the greens. A mix of crisp romaine, baby spinach, or arugula works nicely. Add julienned cucumbers, thinly sliced radishes, avocado slices, and shredded carrots for extra crunch and color. You can also throw in some edamame or seaweed salad for even more variety and flavor.
What ties everything together is the dressing. A simple soy-sesame vinaigrette made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, a touch of honey, and grated ginger gives the dish a tangy, slightly sweet punch. Drizzle it generously over the salad and noodles, then toss gently to combine.
Top everything with the sliced sashimi, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and perhaps some chopped scallions or a squeeze of lime. For a little heat, add a dab of wasabi or a few slices of chili.
This sashimi salad with soba noodles is everything a modern meal should be, simple, nourishing, and full of clean flavors. It’s ideal for lunch or dinner when you want something beautiful, balanced, and fast to make.

Ingredients
- 8 ounces sashimi-grade fish thinly sliced, such as tuna or salmon
- 8 ounces soba noodles
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 carrot julienned
- 1/4 cup Green onions chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1/4 cup mint chopped
- 1/4 cup basil chopped
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1/4 cup peanuts optional, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, salad greens, cucumber, carrot, green onions, cilantro, mint, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, lime juice, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
- Pour the dressing over the noodle and salad mixture and toss to coat.
- Divide the salad among serving plates and top with the sliced sashimi.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts, if desired, and serve with lime wedges.
Just okay. Soba noodles were a bit slippery, and I didn’t have cilantro sooo I used parsley instead. Not the same.
Delicious! Made it for a summer BBQ and everyone loved it. So colorful and healthy!
This was a total hit! The flavors are amazing together. My family loved it! ❤️
OK, but isn’t this just fancy sushi? I’m not convinced it’s a salad. 3 stars.
ehhh, i thought this would be too complicated. turned out great tho. 4.
This recipe was AMAZING! I love the flavors and fresh ingredients. Definitely a keeper!
I totally agree! This salad was a breath of fresh air. The balance of flavors is just perfect! Will definitely be making it again.
Looks good, but I’m not a fan of raw fish. Can it be made with cooked fish instead? 🤔
Delicious! Also, forgot to add the peanuts but didn’t even miss them.
I’ve made this salad a few times, and it’s always great! Peanuts are nice, but they aren’t necessary. Glad you enjoyed it!
Really? No peanuts? I think that’s like a crime against Sashimi Salad! lol. But hey, if it tastes good without them, who am I to judge?
Not as fancy as it looks in the pic, but still really good. Love the peanuts!
This recipe is a total winner! The mint and basil give it such a kick. Will be making it again!
I made this last night and it looked so pretty on the plate, my guests loved it!
Can you use regular pasta instead of soba? I can’t find those anywhere!
Way too many herbs for me. Cilantro and mint together usually tastes like toothpaste, no offense. I’d cut it in half next time.
Totally fair—herbs can be a lot. I usually do cilantro + mint heavy only if I’m using a milder base, but halving them sounds like the move. Thanks for the tip!
Y’all, it did not taste good. My fish was fishy and the sauce was too sour. Won’t be trying this again.
Sorry to hear that! Maybe the fish wasn’t fresh? Sashimi should be tasty, but sometimes it can go wrong. Did you try using different fish or adjusting the dressing?
Isn’t soba noodles made from wheat? I thought they were gluten-free? 🤔
This is such a fresh, light combo—love the soba + herbs + lime. The dressing tasted balanced and the honey cut the sharpness nicely.
I tried this recipe and it was just okay. The dressing was too strong.
I don’t think honey belongs in savory dishes. Can’t recommend it. 🤷♂️
Who puts honey in salad? Seems kinda weird. Not for me. 🥴
The ingredients seem way too fancy for a simple salad. I dont have half these herbs. Just regular greens should work.
Fancy ingredients? I dont know. Just mix whatever you have, it’ll still taste good! Just make sure that fish is fresh, or else 🤢.
I totally get what you mean! Not everyone has a full herb garden at home. I think just using regular greens would be fine. Maybe add a bit of lemon for some zing?
No way I’m eating raw fish. This dish is not for me.
This was amazing! The sashimi was so fresh. Definitely a 5/5!
Easy to make! I just mixed everything and it worked out fine!
I made something similar once and the honey + lime balance was weird to me at first, but now I love it. Dressing step was easy—would do again.
Absolutely delicious! The flavors are amazing together.
Looks good, but I ain’t never tried sashimi. Is it really that great?
I totally agree! This salad is a flavor explosion! 😋
Really simple and quick to make, but I think it needed more crunch. Maybe add some croutons next time?
I dunno, croutons in a salad with fish? Sounds kinda weird to me. But hey, if you like it, go for it!
Croutons sound great! I love that extra crunch too. Maybe some toasted nuts would be good as well!
Can I use pasta instead of soba noodles? I don’t even know what that is!
You can use pasta, but it won’t taste the same. Soba has a unique flavor! Maybe try it if you’re curious.
Very nice! My family enjoyed it, which is rare with salads. Will make again for sure.
I added more ginger than the recipe said, tased amazing!
More ginger sounds great! It really adds a nice kick to the dish. I might try that next time!
This is such a refreshing salad! Loved how the flavors combined. Will definitely make it again!
This salad was so fresh and delicious! I can’t get enough of the flavors. Will definitely make again!
Love the freshness! 🍃 I added more herbs than listed and it was even better!
Tried this recipe, but I burnt the noodles! Oops. 😅 Not sure if I did it right.
Not sure about “sashimi-grade” at my store. I used regular salmon and… well, it was okay but I wouldn’t call it sashimi. Still tasty though.
Honestly this slapped. Dressing was savory-sweet, and the ginger/garlic actually tasted like something. Peanuts on top gave it crunch.
Great recipe! I subbed shrimp for the fish and it was fab! Love the combination of flavors. 4 stars.
Really easy to make, but needed more flavor in the dressing! It was a bit bland.
I agree! The dressing could definitely use a little more zing. Maybe add some chili flakes or more lime juice next time.
Nah, I thought it was fine. Maybe you just don’t know how to season food? 🤷♂️
So many ingredients to buy! Can’t I just use regular ol’ fish?
Honestly, this was just okay. The dressing was a bit off for my palate.
I totally get what you’re saying! The dressing can be hit or miss. I added some chili flakes to mine, and it was much better! 🌶️
Yummy! But I added extra lime because I love that tangy taste! 😋
Extra lime sounds awesome! I might try that next time. 😊
Yum! But I think I added too much ginger, it was a bit overpowering. Next time, I’ll go easy on it.
This salad is refreshing! Used salmon and it turned out delish.
Not the biggest fan of raw fish, but my friends loved it. I’ll just stick to the noodles next time.
5 stars! I loved the mint and cilantro, gave it such a fresh taste. Plus, so healthy!
Looks impressive, but sashimi scares me. Isn’t it dangerous if not prepared right?
Quick and easy recipe. I finished mine in less than 30 minutes! 👍
Seems easy but isn’t sashimi gonna be hard to find? 🤔
Wow, that’s impressive! 30 minutes is quick for such a fancy dish! 😍
I had trouble finding sashimi-grade fish. Can I use regular fish? I’m not sure if it will taste good.
Absolutely delicious! This salad is so refreshing, and the dressing is to die for. My family loved it!
Not sure if I like the idea of noodles in a salad… it felt weird. Might stick to regular salads.
Hmm, not sure about eating raw fish… Can sub with cooked chicken?
I was skeptical about using raw fish, but it turned out amazing! Will make again for sure.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Raw fish can be a bit daunting, but it sounds like this recipe turned out perfectly for you!
Raw fish? Eww, that sounds gross! How can you be sure it’s safe? I’m not convinced about this dish.
This sashimi salad is life-changing! 😍 The fresh flavors are unbeatable! Easy to make too.
Sashimi in a salad? Weird combo but surprisingly tasty. I added avocado too, very yum!
Sounds interesting! I never thought of putting sashimi in a salad. Gonna try it with some shrimp next time!
Sashimi is raw fish? I just realized that 🤭. Thought it was cooked!
Too complicated. Why not just cook the fish? I don’t get all this raw stuff.
Amazing. 10/10 would eat again.
I wanna try this but I’m nervous about the “sashimi-grade” fish part 😅 Also do you rinse the sashimi with the noodles water or just keep it separate?
Right?? The flavor balance is so good—fresh herbs + that lime-ginger dressing… 10/10 spot on.
Absolutely delicious! The flavors are so fresh and vibrant. I won’t eat sashimi any other way now.
I completely agree! This sashimi salad is the best, super refreshing! I’ve made it thrice already.
Really? Sashimi means raw fish, right? Is it safe to eat like that? Not sure about this dish.
I was a bit iffy about raw fish, but this was surprisingly good! The dressing made it so tasty. I’m a convert!
Sashimi salad? Like, is that even a real thing? 😂 Sounds fancy, but I like my burgers.
Too many herbs for my taste. I never even heard of half of ‘em! #OutOfMyLeague
Pretty good, but I think 8 oz of fish on top is a lot for my taste. Also my noodles went a little mushy even though I rinsed them.
I don’t like fish so I skipped the sashimi. Still, tastes good but felt like something was missing.
I totally understand skipping the fish. Have you thought about adding grilled chicken instead? That might fill the gap!
Bruh, it’s sashimi salad, not a meat salad. You can’t just expect it to be the same without fish!
Really great recipe! My fiancée loved it and ate two servings!
Two servings? That’s a lot for a salad! Hope you didn’t spend too much on the fish!
So glad to hear that! Sounds delicious! What’s your secret to getting the fish so fresh?
This is just like the stuff I had in Japan! So fresh and tasty! 🍣🥗
Isn’t sashimi supposed to be eaten raw? Mixing it in a salad seems wrong, like a salad crime! 🥴
I was in Japan too! So good to hear this tastes authentic! Gonna try it soon! 😍
Uh, why would you use raw fish? Not safe! Definitely not my thing! 1 star.
Raw fish? No thanks! I’ll stick to cooked meals. This ain’t it for me. 2 stars.
I get your concern about raw fish, but if it’s sashimi-grade, it’s actually safe! I love this recipe, 5 stars from me!
This salad is amazing! So fresh and tasty. The fish was perfect! 5 stars!
Yum! My family loved it! Didn’t have mint, but still turned out great! Will make again.
I made this for my family, but they said it was too fishy. Maybe I’ll try it with cooked chicken instead?
I think chicken would work! Just cook it well before adding it to the salad. You can still get a nice flavor without the fishiness.
This salad is too complicated! I just wanted something easy for dinner. 😩
Can I use regular pasta? No time to find soba noodles. 2 stars for the idea.
I tried this with chicken instead of fish, not sure it works. Kinda bland. 2 stars.