Cold Sesame Noodle Salad

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 1 pound spaghetti
• 6 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce (found in the Asian section of your grocery store)
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 Kirby cucumbers, quartered lengthwise and sliced
• 4 scallions (white and light green parts), sliced
• 2 medium carrots, grated (1 cup)
• 1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 cup peanuts, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to the package directions; drain and run under cold water to cool.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the oil, soy sauce, ginger, chili-garlic sauce, and salt. In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, scallions, carrots, cilantro, and peanuts. Add the pasta and dressing and toss to combine.

Tip: The longer this salad marinates, the better. Try to make it a day in advance; it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.