Soba with Peanut Sauce

• 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/3 cup warm water
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated/chopped
• 1 medium garlic clove, grated/chopped
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chili or sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional)

Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl.  Cover and let stand.

• 3/4 pound soba noodles or other whole grain noodles or pasta
• 1/2 red pepper, diced
• 1/2 orange/yellow pepper, diced
• 1 small cucumber, seeded and diced
• 1/2 cup Napa cabbage, diced (6-8 leaves)
• 4 scallions, diced
• Peanuts, chopped (about 1/2 cup or topping)

Cook noodles according to directions on the package.  Drain and rinse.

In a large bowl, toss the noodles and vegetables with the sauce.  Garnish with chopped peanuts.

Servings:  6
Calories:  443
Fat:  19.8 g
Saturated Fat:  3.5 g
Cholesterol:  0 mg
Sodium:  933 mg
Carbs:  56.7 g
Fiber:  7.0 g
Protein:  17.9 g