Description
Crunchy Asian Ramen Noodle Salad delivers a zesty symphony of textures and flavors from East Asian cuisine. Crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and toasted ramen create a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or quick lunches you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients:
- 2 packages (3 ounces each) ramen noodles
- 4 cups coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup almonds, toasted
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
- 4 green onions
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Transform uncooked ramen noodles into crispy morsels by gently cracking them into small fragments and toasting in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until achieving a delicate golden hue. Allow noodle pieces to cool completely.
- Assemble the vibrant salad foundation by combining shredded coleslaw blend, golden toasted ramen fragments, sliced almonds, crunchy sunflower seeds, finely chopped green onions, and freshly chopped cilantro in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Craft a harmonious dressing by vigorously whisking olive oil, tangy rice vinegar, savory soy sauce, sweet honey, and aromatic sesame oil in a compact bowl until ingredients seamlessly integrate.
- Drizzle prepared dressing over salad components and gently toss, ensuring each ingredient receives a luxurious coating of flavor. For optimal texture, serve immediately to preserve crispness, or allow salad to rest in refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to develop deeper taste profiles.
Notes
- Toast ramen noodles carefully to prevent burning, watching the skillet constantly and stirring frequently for even golden color.
- Customize the salad by adding protein like grilled chicken, shredded tofu, or edamame for a more substantial meal.
- Prepare dressing separately and store in the refrigerator up to 3 days in advance for quick meal prep convenience.
- Swap regular soy sauce with gluten-free tamari to make the recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive diners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 343
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 325 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg