Peanut Ginger Pasta

By ccavaletti

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 tsp grated lime peel
• 1/4 c lime juice
• 2 Tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tsp water
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/3 c creamy peanut butter
• 2-1/2 tsp minced fresh ginger root
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 8 oz uncooked whole wheat linguine
• 2 c small fresh broccoli florets
• 2 med carrots, grated
• 1 med sweet red peppers, julienned
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 Tbsp minced fresh basil

Preparation

Step 1

Place the first 10 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended.

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

Transfer linguini and broccoli to a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients. Add peanut butter mixture and toss to combine.

**I made extra sauce and it soaked right in.

From Taste of Home Magazine February/March 2015