Peanut Noodles with Cucumber

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti or rice noodles
• 3 tbsp creamy peanut butter
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or basil(optional)
• 2 tbsp crushed peanuts(optional)
• 2 lime wedges(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the noodles according to package directions, about 8 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

2. 2

   While the noodles cook, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and 2-3 tbsp warm water until smooth.

3. 3

   Toss the cooled noodles with the peanut sauce until evenly coated.

4. 4

   Fold in the sliced cucumber and herbs, then top with crushed peanuts and a squeeze of lime. Serve cold.