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Crunchy Asian Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and crunchy Asian Ramen Noodle Salad featuring crisp cabbage, shredded carrots, toasted almonds, and sunflower seeds, all tossed in a tangy, flavorful dressing with sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Perfect for a quick, refreshing side or light meal, with an optional burst of mandarin oranges for added sweetness.

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1 pack ramen noodles, crumbled (discard seasoning)
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup mandarin oranges (optional)

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the crumbled ramen noodles, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, green onions, toasted almonds, and sunflower seeds to create the crunchy salad base.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ground ginger, and minced garlic until well blended and smooth.
  3. Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated and flavorful.
  4. Marinate the Salad: Allow the salad to sit for at least 15 minutes, giving time for the flavors to meld and for the noodles to slightly soften without losing crunch.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, garnish the salad with mandarin oranges if using, adding a bright and sweet contrast to the savory crunch.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, toast almonds in a dry skillet until golden before adding.
  • Mandarin oranges are optional but add a nice sweet citrus balance.
  • If you prefer a spicier dressing, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha sauce.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for a few hours to meld flavors further.
  • To keep the noodles crunchier longer, store the dressing separately and combine just before serving.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/crunchy-asian-ramen-noodle-salad-recipe/