• Onions are uniquely high in prebiotics, the special type of fiber that feeds the good bacteria in our guts. (Remember those good bacteria define your health destiny!)
• Onions are one of the richest sources of quercetin, a powerhouse phytochemical renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory power.
• Onions are almost calorie free, yet revered for their flavor-enhancing culinary characteristics.

Strive to eat onions daily, cooked or raw.

Asian Cabbage Salad

Serves 4-6

When you are in the mood for a fresh twist on coleslaw, this is a fabulous recipe. And you can turn it into a main dish simply by topping it with seem chicken, shrimp, or tofu.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups chopped bok choy or Napa cabbage

• 1/2 cup of shredded carrots

• 1 seeded cucumber, diced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1/3 purple onion, thinly sliced and chopped

• 1/2 cup of edamame beans

• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped

• Juice of 2 limes

• 3 tbs of roasted sesame seed oil

• 4 tbs of seasoned rice vinegar (or more to taste)

• 1/3 cup of toasted slivered almonds or peanuts

• 3 tsp of honey

Directions

Toss the first seven ingredients together. Mix sesame oil, vinegar, lime and honey in a cup until well combined. Toss salad with dressing. Top with nuts.

Optional: top with chicken, salmon, or tofu to create an entree salad.

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