Elsie’s Sesame Noodles

READER’S COMMENT:

“I added garlic and ginger paste to the dressing and it was delicious! “

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound whole-wheat spaghetti
• 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar, or lime juice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
• 1 bunch scallions, sliced, divided
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided (optional)
• 4 cups snow peas, trimmed and sliced on the bias
• 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds

PREPARATION

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until just tender, 9 to 11 minutes or according to package directions. Drain; rinse under cold water.
2. Meanwhile, whisk soy sauce, sesame oil, canola oil, vinegar (or lime juice), crushed red pepper, 1/4 cup scallions and 2 tablespoons cilantro (if using). Add noodles, snow peas and bell pepper; toss to coat.
3. To serve, mix in sesame seeds and garnish with the remaining scallions and cilantro.

TIPS & NOTES

• Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 2 up to 2 hours in advance.

NUTRITION

Per serving: 345 calories; 12 g fat ( 2 g sat , 5 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 51 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 12 g protein; 10 g fiber; 542 mg sodium; 336 mg potassium.

From Eating Well