Description
This Ramen Noodle Salad is a crunchy, flavorful dish that combines toasted ramen noodles with fresh vegetables, sesame seeds, and almonds, all tossed in a tangy Asian-inspired dressing. It’s a quick and easy salad perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light meal.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 2 packs ramen noodles, seasoning packet discarded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
- 1 1/2 cups shredded napa cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup sliced toasted almonds
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons canola oil (or any neutral oil)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Noodles: Break the ramen noodles into small, bite-sized pieces while still in the packaging. Discard or save the seasoning packets.
- Toast Noodles: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Once melted, add the ramen noodles. Toast, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the toasted ramen noodles, shredded napa cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and sliced toasted almonds. Toss gently to mix.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, canola oil, the remaining 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger paste, minced garlic, and black pepper until well combined.
- Dress Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Toss until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the salad with additional sliced green onion, sesame seeds, and sliced almonds if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Toast the noodles until golden brown for the best texture.
- Adjust the amount of honey or soy sauce in the dressing to your preference.
- You can add other vegetables like bell peppers, edamame, or snow peas.
- For a spicier dressing, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Serve immediately or within a few hours to maintain the noodle crunch.
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
