Description
A crunchy and refreshing Ramen Noodle Salad, perfect for summer barbecues and picnics. This easy-to-make salad features a vibrant mix of vegetables, toasted ramen noodles, and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 packet Ramen Noodles (any flavor, discard packets)
- 2 cups Green Cabbage (thinly shredded)
- 2 cups Red Cabbage (thinly shredded)
- 1 cup Carrots (shredded)
- 1 cup Shelled Edamame
- 1 bunch Scallions (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup Cilantro (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup Raw Unsalted Peanuts
- 1/4 cup Raw Sesame Seeds
- 2 cloves Garlic (grated)
- 1/3 cup Unseasoned Rice Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup or Honey
- 1/4 cup Toasted Sesame Oil
- 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
- 2 tablespoons Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Crush one packet of ramen noodles into small crumbs; leave the other packet in bite-sized pieces. Combine both on a baking sheet.
- Sprinkle raw sesame seeds and unsalted peanuts over the ramen mixture.
- Toast in the oven for about 6 minutes, or until golden brown and aromatic.
- In a bowl, whisk together grated garlic, rice vinegar, maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, orange zest, soy sauce, ground ginger, and salt to make the dressing. Chill until ready to use.
- Thinly shred the green and red cabbage.
- Combine shredded cabbage with grated carrots and shelled edamame in a large bowl.
- Add sliced scallions and chopped cilantro to the vegetable mixture.
- Drizzle the chilled dressing over the salad ingredients.
- Toss everything together until well coated.
- Top the salad with the toasted ramen mixture.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep salad ingredients and dressing chilled until ready to serve for optimal freshness.
- Monitor the ramen closely during toasting to prevent burning.
- For a heartier meal, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- The dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- To maintain crunch, store the toasted ramen mixture separately until just before serving if preparing in advance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Toasting and Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg