6 oz dried bean thread noodles, see * Note
3 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 medium cucumber, seeded, diced
1 small red bell pepper, cut thin strips
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1 tsp hot chili oil = (or dark sesame oil)
1 Tbs minced fresh cilantro
1 tsp lite soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced


* Note: Cellophane noodles; these are found in the Asian section of your supermarket.
Add the noodles to a large pot of boiling water. Cook for 8 minutes and drain. Rinse the noodles with cold water. Add the noodles to a bowl and add the carrots, cucumber, and red pepper.
Whisk together the vinegar, chili oil, cilantro, soy sauce, and garlic. Add the dressing to the noodles. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.