Cold Peanut Noodle Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Spaghetti or rice noodles
• 1/2 cup Peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
• 1/4 cup Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 Red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 Carrot (shredded)
• 1 Cucumber (sliced)
• 2 Green onions (sliced)
• 1/4 cup Cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), lime juice, and sesame oil until smooth.
3. Add the cooled noodles to the bowl with the peanut sauce and toss until the noodles are well coated.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper, shredded carrot, cucumber, and green onions to the noodles and gently mix until combined.
5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Before serving, garnish with fresh cilantro and additional lime juice if desired.

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