Noodle Salad With Diced Peppers, Basil And Cilantro

Directions

1. First the soy beans, then the peas and the pasta will be cooked in the same pot.
2. Heat a pot of water for the pasta. When the water comes to the boil, add in the fresh frzn soy bean pods; return to a boil and cook for about 8 mins. Remove with a slotted spoon or possibly sieve to a bowl of ice water. Set aside to chill. Shell.
3. Meanwhile, when the water returns to a boil, add in the frzn peas. When the water returns to a boil, add in the pasta. Boil till pasta is just tender (6 min). Remove the pasta and peas with a sieve to a bowl of ice water.
4. Drain. Transfer to a large bowl which will hold all of the salad. Moisten the noodles and peas with the vinaigrette. Add in the shelled soy beans, diced vegetables and minced herbs. Add in leftover chicken if using. Adjust salt and pepper to your taste. Moisten with more vinaigrette, if you like.
5. Serve in wide bowls, topped with chow mein noodles.
6. With chicken:carbs]. Without chicken:NOTE: the vinaigrette may be doubled if using left-over chicken breast and the chicken is dry. Fresh green soy beans are called Edamame. 1/2 c. has
7. NOTES : About fresh soy beans, I love adding edamame to other veggies for a medley. Boost the nutrition and flavor of your cream of veggie soup (broc, asparagus, celery etc) - throw a handful of cooked green soy beans. Add in whole beans to pasta salads!