2 tbsp. black sesame seeds, toasted in oven
1/2 c. slivered almonds, toasted in oven
1 pkg. Top Ramen noodles (chicken flavored), uncooked and broken up
1/2 head finely chopped cabbage
4 green onions, chopped
4 oz. minced chicken or turkey (optional)

Add seeds, nuts, and noodles to cabbage and onions just before tossing with dressing.

DRESSING (make ahead) :
2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. oil
3 tbsp. vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 pkg. chicken flavoring from Ramen noodles

Shake all ingredients together well. To add "color", you may want to add a little red cabbage and/or grated carrot and/or red or green pepper, chopped.