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Best Ramen Noodle Salad: 7 Secret Tips for the Ultimate Crunch


  • Author: Ginger
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A crunchy, tangy, and sweet Asian-inspired slaw featuring toasted ramen noodles, almonds, and a savory sesame dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 packages (3 oz each) Instant Ramen Noodles (seasoning discarded)
  • 1 bag (16 oz) Coleslaw mix
  • 1/2 cup Slivered almonds
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup Green onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup Rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Crush dry ramen noodles into small pieces.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet; toast noodles and slivered almonds until golden brown. Let cool.
  3. In a jar, whisk together vegetable oil, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  4. In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, green onions, and sunflower seeds.
  5. Just before serving, toss the cooled toasted noodles and almonds with the cabbage mixture and dressing.

Notes

High in crunch, extremely portable for picnics, budget-friendly, and easily customizable with added proteins.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280 kcal