Description
Crunchy Asian-inspired ramen noodle salad blends crisp vegetables with tangy dressing for a refreshing meal. Nutty toasted ramen and sesame seeds provide delightful texture that keeps you coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 packs instant ramen noodles
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) shredded cabbage
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sliced green onions
Nuts and Seeds:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) slivered almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) sunflower seeds
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) vegetable oil
Instructions
- Crumble ramen noodle package into small fragments while still inside sealed package, using a rolling pin or flat surface to break into bite-sized pieces.
- Toast crushed noodle fragments in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously until achieving a golden-brown color and releasing a nutty aroma. Allow noodles to cool completely on a paper towel.
- Prepare vegetable mixture by combining thinly sliced cabbage, julienned carrots, finely chopped green onions, toasted sliced almonds, and crunchy sunflower seeds in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Create dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, vegetable oil, and toasted sesame seeds in a separate small bowl until ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Gently fold cooled, toasted ramen noodle pieces into the vegetable mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Drizzle prepared dressing over the salad, tossing ingredients carefully to coat every component with the flavorful sauce.
- For optimal texture, serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize and develop deeper complexity.
Notes
- Toast ramen noodles carefully to prevent burning, watching the skillet constantly and stirring frequently for even golden-brown coloration.
- Customize the salad by adding protein like grilled chicken, shredded tofu, or edamame for a more substantial meal option.
- Prepare dressing separately and store in the refrigerator up to 3 days in advance to save time during meal preparation.
- Switch to gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for those with wheat sensitivities, maintaining the recipe’s authentic Asian-inspired flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg