Broccoli Ramen Slaw

Every year I have the honor of catering the end of semester lunch for Dr. Marcie Ferris and all her wonderful students. I started making this slaw a couple of years ago knowing that Ramen is a staple in the college students diet. It's been a hit ever since. Best if you make it a day before you are serving it. Gives time for the noodles to soften.


Broccoli Ramen Slaw
By Penny Rich
Serves 12

Large head of Napa Cabbage, shredded
Large bunch of broccoli, cut into small pieces
4-5 scallions, chopped
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 red pepper, diced (optional)
1 package of Ramen Noodles, crushed with a rolling pin to pea sized pieces
¾ cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons of sesame seeds
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds

Dressing
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons sesame oil
4 tablespoons seasoned Rice wine vinegar
Pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper
Flavor packet from the Ramen

Toast almond, sesame seeds and sunflower seed just until light brown.
Mix the slaw ingredients together. Toss in the toasted nuts and the Ramen noodles (uncooked).
Mix the dressing, pour over the slaw. Refrigerate for 6-8 hours or over night. Serve room temperature.