Broccoli Salad

This is an example of why it is worthwhile to ask for guests to bring a favorite recipe for your bridal shower. It came from my cousin Lori (in addition to a Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe that is guaranteed to be posted in the future). I LOVE this salad. You can find it in my fridge regularly from May through September. It just says "summer" to me.

In salad bowl, combine:

1 bag broccoli slaw

3 stalks celery, chopped

4 green onions, chopped

½ c sunflower kernels

¾ c slivered almonds

Dressing; whisk together:

*Note: This is the full recipe, but I usually make half for the amount of salad above.

½ c oil (sunflower preferred; I usually use canola)

2 tsp soy sauce

½ c sugar

¼ c white vinegar

Garnish:

1 can rice noodles or 1 pkg ramen noodles, broken

Pour dressing over salad and stir gently. Refrigerate. Add noodles just before serving.