Ingredients

¼cuprice wine vinegar

2tbspolive oil

2tbspsoy sauce,reduced sodium

2smallred thai chili peppers

1stalklemongrass

1tbspfresh cilantro

2tspsesame oil,toasted

6ozdried flat asian noodles,or dried linguine

4ozfresh asparagus

1cupfresh pea pods

1cupcarrots,julienne cut

1pkgveggie steak strips

2tbspcashews,coarsely chopped

Preparation

For dressing, in small food processor bowl combine vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, chili peppers, lemongrass, cilantro, and sesame oil. Cover and process until nearly smooth. Set aside.

Cook noodles according to package directions, except add asparagus, pea pods, and carrots during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain.

Meanwhile, cook Veggie Steak Strips according to package directions. In large bowl toss together noodle mixture, steak strips, dressing, and cashews.