Ginger Peanut Pasta Salad

I found this recipe in the Whole Foods magazine. I changed a few things. I really enjoyed this! It's super easy.

3-4 oz. whole wheat pasta, cooked
1/4 c. natural peanut butter
2 T. rice vinegar
1 1/2 t. minced fresh ginger
1 t. soy sauce or braggs aminos
1 small clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 t. fresh lime juice
1/2 t. lime zest
1/4 c. fresh cilantro leaves, divided
1/2 cucumber, peeled and diced
1 carrot, peeled and grated
1/2 c. thawed peas

1. Puree the penaut butter, vinegar, ginger, soy sauce, garlic, lime juice, zest, and 2 T. cilantro in a blender until smooth. Add a little water if needed.
2. Toss together the pasta, vegetables, and sauce. Garnish with the remaining cilantro.

I've Had Enough!

That's it! It's time for something to come to an end. Early this morning, I went on a nice long bike ride. I love bike rides because I always do my best thinking while enjoying the fresh air and peace of nature. Last night some nice friends brought over some yummy Easter treats. I completely over induldged myself and of course, woke up not feeling the greatest. So, it's time to make it known. I, Mari have an addiction to sugar! It's time to nip it in the bud. I'm tired of waking up with sore throats and having yeast issues during my pregnancy. I'm tired of not being able to control myself if there's sugar in the room. So there's only one thing to do: give it up! I'm letting everyone know (if anyone even reads this blog) that white sugar and any type of corn syrup will not be a part of my life any longer. I've had enough. So amongst all the Easter treats this weekend, I will not be partaking. Sugar: I will not miss all your negative side effects, speed to my aging, and nutritional depletion that you give to my body. I'm ready to be free and healthy! Anyone: if you read this, please the next time you see me, ask me how the sugar thing is going, I need to be accountable!

Anyone want to join me?