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Spiral Pasta Salad with Broccoli and Peanuts

12 ounces pasta spirals
2 pounds broccoli, about 2 heads
3 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup organic brown rice vinegar
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1/4 cup organic creamy peanut butter...
1 cup scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup organic dry roasted, unsalted peanuts, coarsely chopped
 

Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions.

Drain, rinse and set aside.

Meanwhile, trim the stem end of the broccoli stalks. Thinly slice broccoli stems. Separate florets into bite-size pieces.

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add pepper flakes, broccoli and 3/4 cup water.

Cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes until tender but still bright green. Uncover and cook until liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes.

Whisk together remaining oil and water, vinegar, peanut butter and soy sauce in a medium bowl until smooth.

Add pasta, broccoli, scallions and peanuts. Toss. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve chilled.
 

Nutritional Information
Per serving: 283 calories, 19g fat (57% calories from fat), 12g protein, 20g carbohydrate, 8g fiber, 0mg cholesterol, 429mg sodium

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