Asian Pasta

By Tonya_Speed

NUTRITION per serving: 268 Calories; 8g Fat; 9g Protein; 45g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 16mg Sodium. Exchanges: 3 Grain (Starch); 1/2 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat. Points: 5

Ingredients

• 8 ounces whole wheat Spaghetti pasta
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 dash low sodium soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 medium red bell pepper, julienne
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil; add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Place pasta in a large bowl; toss with sesame oil, soy sauce and cayenne pepper. Add bell pepper and cilantro; toss again until well mixed. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve chilled.

SERVING SUGGESTION: A big spinach salad tossed with Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette (see recipe).