Cold Sesame Noodles with Crunchy Vegetables Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 ounces lo mein noodles
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 4 scallions
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 1/2 medium cucumber (peeled)
• 1 tablespoon toasted or black sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon raw tahini
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
• 1 tsp freshly grated ginger root
• 2 cloves garlic (grated)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the lo mein noodles according to package directions for al dente. Drain and toss with two tablespoons of sesame oil in a large bowl. Cover and chill for one hour.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables. Slice the scallions and cut the bell pepper, carrot, and cucumber into thin matchsticks. Set a few pieces of each vegetable aside to use as garnish (optional).

3. 3

   Whisk together the sauce ingredients in a medium bowl. Add the chilled lo mein noodles and vegetables, and toss well. Garnish with reserved vegetable pieces and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve at once.