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Ramen Salad

Crunchy Ramen Salad: A Refreshing Take on a Classic Delight

This Ramen Salad is a vibrant and crunchy dish that's a hit at gatherings and perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 packet Ramen Noodles Use without seasoning packet
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds Can swap with walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Can use sunflower seeds as a nut-free alternative
  • 4 cups Coleslaw Mix Can substitute with broccoli slaw or mixed greens
  • 1 cup Shelled Edamame Substitute with cooked chickpeas if preferred
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Essential for sweetness and color
  • 4 stalks Scallions Can use shallots as a substitute
  • 1 can Canned Mandarin Oranges Can use fresh orange segments
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Can swap with apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil or sesame oil are excellent choices
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Use agave syrup for a vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari works for gluten-free
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Crumble the ramen noodles onto the baking sheet and spread evenly. Add the sliced almonds and toast for about 5 minutes until golden.
  3. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the toasted noodles and almonds, then toast for an additional 1-3 minutes until seeds are golden.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, olive oil, honey, soy sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper for the dressing.
  5. In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, shelled edamame, shredded carrots, and chopped scallions. Add the toasted ramen and almonds, and toss gently.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Top with mandarin oranges just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is adaptable; feel free to mix and match ingredients as desired.

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