Description
This Crunchy Ramen Noodle Salad is a delightful mix of textures and flavors, combining toasted ramen noodles, crunchy almonds, fresh cabbage, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for a light meal or a side dish at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (3 oz each) ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 small head green cabbage (shredded)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 4 green onions (sliced)
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Ramen Noodles:
Crunchy Toppings:
Vegetables:
Dressing:
Instructions
- Prepare the Crunchy Toppings: Crush the ramen noodles and toast with almonds and sunflower seeds in butter until golden brown.
- Combine Vegetables: Mix shredded cabbage, carrots, and green onions in a large bowl.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, oil, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble: Toss the vegetables with the dressing, add the crunchy toppings, and serve immediately for maximum crunch.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding cooked chicken or mandarin oranges.
- To maintain crunch, toast the noodle mixture ahead and store separately until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
