Sesame Peanut Noodles

Sauce:

1 1/2" piece fresh peeled ginger, sliced
2 garlic cloves
1/2 C chunky peanut butter
1/4 C tahini
1/4 C natural rice vinegar
3 T soy sauce
2 T sesame oil
1 T hot chili oil
1 T sugar
1/3 C warm water

Mince ginger and garlic in a food processor.  Add peanut butter, tahini, vinegar, soy, sesame oil, hot chili oil, and sugar. Process until combined, add water, process until smooth.

Noodles:

1 lb spaghetti
2 t sesame oil
1 small seedless cucumber, cut in 2" julienne strips
2 C cilantro, torn
1 small red bell pepper, cut in 2" julienne strips
4 green onions, diagonally sliced
1 C shredded carrots
1/2 C chopped peanuts

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain.  Rinse with cold water. Drain well. Toss spaghetti with sesame oil.  Add sauce and toss to coat.  Add cucumber, cilantro, bell pepper, green onions, and carrots.  Toss to combine.  Sprinkle with peanuts and serve.

Each serving
Calories 458
Fat          23
Protein    15
Carbs      51