Sesame Peanut Noodles

By sheila1004

Serves 6
Calories per serving: 308

Ingredients

• For the noodles
• 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
• For the dressing
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 lime
• 1/2 cup hot water
• For assembling
• 1/2 bag store-bought coleslaw mix
• 1/2 cup red pepper
• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
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• 1/2 lime, squeezed
• 1/2 cup apple
• 1/2 cup jicama
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• 2 scallions, julienne
• 1/2 cup dry-roasted peanuts, for garnish
• Cilantro, chopped, for garnish
• Lime wedges, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil for the pasta, and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and run under cold water.

2. To make the dressing, combine all the ingredients into a small mixing bowl and stir together with a whisk. Add the dressing to the pasta and toss. Stir in the coleslaw mix, red pepper and cilantro. Squeeze a half of a lime over the mixture, and toss.

3. Add the remaining ingredients, toss and refrigerate for one hour. Garnish with peanuts, cilantro and lime wedges. Serve.