Sesame Noodle Slaw

By cmschnettler

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar or cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 3 ounce package chicken-flavor ramen noodles
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 of a medium head of cabbage, cored and shredded (about 6 cups)
• 1/3 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions (3 or 4)
• 1/3 cup golden or dark raisins (optional)

Details

Servings 8
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 60mins

Preparation

Step 1

Spread almonds and sesame seeds in a shallow baking pan. In a 300 degree F oven bake about 10 minutes or until toasted, stirring once; cool.
Meanwhile, for dressing, in a screw-top jar combine oil, vinegar, soy sauce, seasoning packet from noodles, sugar, and black pepper. Cover and shake well.
In a large bowl combine cabbage, green onions, raisins (if desired), and almond mixture. Break noodles into small pieces. Sprinkle onto salad.
Add dressing; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. Makes 8 side-dish servings.