1 pkg. harusame or saifun (mung bean) noodles
1 julienned cucumber
2 julienned carrots
2 leeks or 6-8 green onions cut into long, thin strips
Handful of snow peas, green beans, thinly sliced cabbage, or other vegetables, blanched if you prefer
1-2 tbsp. red pickled ginger
1/2 c. chopped cilantro leaves
Thin sliced ham or shrimp (optional)

Soak noodles in cold water 10 minutes. Bring to boil, remove from heat and let steep until tender. Rinse and drain. Cut noodles into manageable strips with kitchen shears. Toss noodles with other ingredients and dressing. Serve garnished with cilantro cluster.

DRESSING:

1/2 c. rice vinegar (already seasoned)
1-2 tsp. sugar
1-2 tsp. dried mustard powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 c. Chinese style sesame oil
1/4 c. salad oil
1/4 c. toasted sesame seeds

Dissolve ingredients together.