Ingredients

  • 1 (1 lb) package spaghetti
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 large cucumber, julienned
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
  • 14 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 23 cup smooth natural-style peanut butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 12 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
  • 13 cup rice vinegar
  • 13 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil

Method

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine spaghetti with red bell pepper, cucumber, green onion, mint and cilantro.
  • In a blender, puree peanut butter, yellow onion, garlic, ginger, vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice and sesame oil until smooth.
  • Toss sauce over pasta and vegetables.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour before serving for optimum flavor.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.