Step 1

After chopping the veggies, add the cabbage, carrots, and mandarin oranges to a bowl or storage container.

Step 2

Add all the dressing ingredients together in a jar, and shake well until the honey is combined.

Step 3

Pour about ½-3/4 of the dressing over the cabbage mixture, and put in the fridge until ready to serve. You can also serve it immediately.

Step 4

Keep the romaine and red bell peppers stored separately until right before serving.

Step 5

Toast the sliced almonds and sesame seeds in a small frying pan over medium heat. Stir frequently until the nuts are lightly browned. Be careful not to burn (I've done that many times!).

Step 6

Mix the romaine and peppers with the cabbage mixture, and top with almonds and sesame seeds, right before serving.

Step 7

Add more dressing if desired, or serve the extra dressing on the side.