1 English cucumber (1 lb.)
1 C. thinly slivered red onion
Sesame dressing (recipe follows)
4 C. finely shredded napa cabbage (8 oz.)
4 C. finely shredded red cabbage (8 oz.)
1/3 C. thinly sliced green onions
1/4 C. chopped fresh cilantro
2 T. roasted sesame seeds

Rinse and thinly slice cucumber. In a bowl, mix cucumber, onion, and sesame dressing. Cover and chill at least 1 hour or up to 1 day. Up to 1 hour before serving, layer napa cabbage and red cabbage in a large bowl (see notes above). Pour marinated cucumber mixture over the top. Sprinkle with green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds. Just before serving, mix well.

Sesame dressing: In a small bowl or 1-C. glass measure, mix 1/2 C. rice vinegar, 2 T. sugar, 1 T. vegetable oil, 1 T. Asian (toasted) sesame oil, 3/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. ground white pepper. Makes about 3/4 C.

Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 86
Fat: 5.2g
Fiber: 1.9g