Oriental Broccoli Salad

Course :	Salads
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	8

Ingredients:

1/2	cup	slivered almonds
2	tablespoons	sesame seeds
1	stalk	broccoli -- chopped
3 1/8	pounds	bean sprouts
2	cups	green onions -- chopped
2	cups	fresh mushrooms -- sliced
1/4	cup	sunflower seeds
2	cups	chow mein noodles
		---DRESSING---
1/2	cup	vegetable oil
3	tablespoons	rice vinegar
2	tablespoons	light soy sauce
1	tablespoon	sugar
1 1/2	teaspoons	sesame ooil
1	clove	garlic -- minced
1/2	teaspoon	pepper
1/2	teaspoon	salt

Preparation:

1. In skillet toast almonds and sesame seed over medium heat; stir occasionally for about 8 minutes or until fragrant. Set aside. 2. In a large bowl combine broccoli, bean sprouts, mushrooms, onions and sunflower seeds. 3. Add toasted almonds and sunflower seeds. 4. Dressing: In a small bowl whisk together vegetable oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic and pepper. Season with salt to taste. 5. Toss dressing with with broccoli mixture. Sprinkle with chow mein noodles; serve. Notes: Salad and dressing can both be made up to 4 hours ahead assembling just before serving.

Nutritional Information:

300 calories; 6g protein, 25g fat, 16g carbs. Good source of iron.