Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     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
                        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.