Summer Soba Noodles

By gapboy1379-2

Ingredients

• 1 8 ounce package soba noodles
• 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 tablespoons hot water
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1 1 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, peeled and quartered

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook the soba noodles according to package directions, about 8 minutes, or until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain again.

2. In a large bowl toss noodles with edamame, carrots, and sesame seeds; set aside.

3. Place the peanut butter, mayonnaise, soy sauce, canola oil, hot water, vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ginger, and garlic in a blender or food processor. Cover and blend or process until very smooth. Pour over noodle mixture; toss to combine.