A creamy peanut sauce so good youll keep making this noodle salad all year long.

Scallions, Fresno chili, and a handful of cilantro add a refreshing finishing touch to this noodle salad.

For a veggie boost, add thinly sliced carrots, cucumbers, and/or bell peppers.

Peanutty-Soba-Noodle-Salad

Photo:Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Carla Gonzalez Hart

1/2cuproughly chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high.

Cook noodles according to package directions.

Drain and rinse under cold water; drain well and gently pat dry.

Transfer to a large bowl.

Pour peanut butter mixture over noodles in large bowl; toss to coat.

Add peanuts, scallions, and chile; toss.

Transfer to a platter or serving bowl.

Top with cilantro, peanuts, and scallions.

Make-Ahead:Prep and refrigerate this salad up to 24 hours ahead.