Soba Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce

Spicy peanut sauce dresses up soba noodles
and green beans in this easy make-ahead salad.

Ingredients:
1 package (8 oz) uncooked soba noodles
2 cups cut green beans, thawed
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons hot chili paste with garlic
1/3 cup water

Directions:
Cook noodles as directed on package,
adding green beans last 4 minutes
of cook time. Rinse with cold water; drain.
In microwavable bowl, mix remaining ingredients;
microwave uncovered on High
15 to 20 seconds or until softened.
Beat sauce with wire whisk until smooth.
In large bowl, toss green beans
and cooked noodles with sauce.
Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.