Asian Sesame Noodle Salad With Peanut Dressing (Vegetarian) |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Do not let the noodles sit in the sauce toss the complete salad together just before serving - to save some time the dressing and/or the pasta can be prepared a day in advance - you can add in your favorite veggies to the salad if desired, the amounts may be doubled to yield 6-8 - this is very good! Ingredients:
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter |
1/4 cup tamari (or use soy sauce) |
1/3 cup warm water |
2 tablespoons peeled fresh ginger, chopped |
1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic |
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (or use red wine vinegar) |
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil |
3 teaspoons honey |
1/2 teaspoon crushed chili pepper flakes (or to taste) |
3/4 lb linguine (or use vermicelli or thin spaghetti) |
2 tablespoons vegetable oil |
4 green onions, chopped |
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thick strips |
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds |
Directions:
1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender; drain and rinse well under COLD water, then toss with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, transfer to a large bowl, then add in the red bell pepper and green onions.
2. Using a blender puree all the dressing ingredients until smooth (about 2 minutes).
3. Just before serving pour the dressing over the cooked pasta and veggies, then add in the toasted sesame seeds; toss well to combine.
4. Sprinkle with chopped green onions if desired and serve.
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