Cold Peanut Sesame Noodles

(Jane Bruce)

Even though the weather is slowly getting warmer, cravings for a delicious bowl of pasta don't necessarily go away. Here's a solution: cold noodles! This dish is refreshing and crisp, while still having the comforting, hearty feel of pasta. The peanut-y sauce is creamy and rich, while the fresh veggies provide a cooling crunch. Enjoy!

Cook Time:

Prep Time:

Total Time:10 min

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

1 pound soba noodles

1 teaspoon garlic, minced

3 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

2 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

1 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

1 1/2 tablespoon creamy peanut butter

1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger

2 tablespoon brown sugar

chile sauce, to taste

1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and julienned

1/2 orange bell pepper, seeded and julienned

1/2 cucumber, julienned

4 scallions, chopped

2 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

1/4 cup peanuts, roughly chopped

Preparation:

In a large pot of boiling water, cook the soba noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, combine garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, peanut butter, ginger, brown sugar, and chile sauce. Whisk well to combine. Adjust spice level and seasoning to taste.

In a large bowl, combine the noodles, remaining ingredients, and the sauce. Mix well until everything is coated in the sauce. Serve at room temperature or chilled.