ASIAN-PEANUT AND PASTA SALAD

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From Southern Living magazine. A nice Asian salad with orange juice/rind to balance the rice vinegar and sesame oil. Prep time does not include refrigeration time.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (7 ounce) package spaghetti
1 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped and divided
1 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons teriyaki marinade, sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh orange rind, grated
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup radish, thinly sliced
1 carrot, shredded (coarsely)
2 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 avocado, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  • Process 1/2 cup peanuts, orange juice and next 6 ingredients in a blender until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides.
  • Combine pasta, half of dressing, remaining 1/2 cup peanuts, radishes and the next 3 ingredients, gently tossing to coat. Cover and chill 30 minutes. Serve with remaining dressing and avocado slices.

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