NOODLE SALAD WITH PEANUT-LIME VINAIGRETTE

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Recipe from AussieChef at the Fine Cooking board... thanks Aussie! This is a great summer salad, makes an excellent side dish for a picnic, or top with grilled chicken for a simple and delicious main course.

Provided by Tracy K

Categories     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb cooked al dente and cooled thin pasta (that's 1 lb. after cooking)
2 -4 scallions, chopped,save some for garnish
1 red bell pepper, julienned,save some for garnish
roasted peanuts, chopped,save all for garnish
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds or 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, with additional for garnish (optional)
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 serrano chili, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2/3 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
salt

Steps:

  • To make dressing: In a food processor, process everything except the oil.
  • Slowly drizzle in the oil until emulsified.
  • Scrape into a bowl and wait for half an hour for the flavours to develop.
  • To make salad: Toss all together, dress with just enough dressing to moisten and flavor, and garnish with scallions, red bell pepper and peanuts.
  • Serve at room temperature.

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