GINGER PEANUT NOODLES

By Redvettchick

From Michelle Stults (Bunco)

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 1/2 teaspoons fresh gingerroot
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons water
• 2 1/2 teaspoons lime zest
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 8 oz. whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked
• 2 cups small broccoli florets
• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
• 2 green onions, sliced thin
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced

Preparation

Step 1

Combine first 10 ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until blended.

Cook spaghetti according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 5 minutes; drain.

Transfer noodles and broccoli to a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients. Add sauce and toss to combine.

Makes 4 servings