Name: Sesame-Ginger and Cucumber Soba Noodles
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 8 ounces soba noodles (about 2 bundles) or spaghetti noodles of choice; 1 large or 2 small English cucumbers; 1 bunch scallions (green onions), chopped (about 3/4 cup chopped); 1/3 cup tahini; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon white miso (optional); 2 teaspoons reduced sodium tamari or soy sauce; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; handful fresh cilantro, chopped; pinch red pepper flakes; 1/3 to 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (preferably black); sea salt, to taste