Asian Noodle and Vegetable Salad

In a blender, purée garlic, ginger, peanut butter, Milk, soy sauce and hot pepper sauce until smooth. With motor running, drizzle vinegar through hole in lid until blended; let stand for 10 min.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cover rice noodles with boiling water; let soak, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 min or until softened or according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain well. Return to bowl.

Pour dressing over noodles and add carrots, red pepper, cucumber and basil; toss gently to coat. Line serving plates with greens and top with noodle salad. Drizzle with dressing left in bowl and garnish with peanuts.

In place of rice noodles, cook 8 oz (250 g) angel hair, vermicelli, or other long thin pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain well.

For the Adventurous: Reduce soy sauce to 2 tbsp (30 mL) and add 1 tbsp (15 mL) Thai fish sauce and add 1 green mango, cut into matchsticks with vegetables.

Healthy Eating Tip: June is dairy month; celebrate the goodness of this nutrient-rich food group by pairing this meal with a generous serving of yogourt with fresh summer berries. Add a cold glass of Milk for the young ones and a latté for you, to top-up your family's bone banks.