White Bean and Fettuccine Salad with Sesame Dressing

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White Bean and Fettuccine Salad with Sesame Dressing

 

1 1/2 cups small white beans, cooked and drained (1 - 15 oz. can)

1 cup cooked buckwheat soba noodles or gluten-free fettuccini

1 cup carrots, juliened; cooked until tender-crisp

1 cup broccoli florets, cooked until tender-crisp

1/2 green onions, sliced

1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil leaves, minced

 

Sesame Dressing:

3 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar

2 Tbsp. wheat free tamari sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos

1 Tbsp. dark sesame oil

1 Tbsp. lemon juice

3 Tbsp. Veganaise

1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

salt and pepper to taste

 

In a large bowl, combine beans, noodles, carrots, broccoli, green onion and

parsley or basil. Gently stir in Sesame Dressing*. Cover and marinate overnight

in refrigerator.

 

Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired. Bring to room temperature and adjust

seasoning to taste before serving.

 

*Sesame Dressing:

In a small bowl or shaker jar, combine all ingredients and mix well.

 

Makes 4 servings