Ramen Noodle Salad
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Ramen Noodle Salad
Description
This salad blends a coleslaw mix with thinly sliced red bell pepper and green onions to build fresh, crisp textures. Uncooked ramen noodles add crunch and a distinctive bite that remains crisp after chilling. The dressing incorporates the flavor packets from the ramen, as well as vinegars, oil, sesame oil, and sugar, giving the salad a balance of tanginess and mild sweetness with an Asian-inspired profile.
The salad is refrigerated for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld and the noodles to soften just slightly without losing their crunch. Toasted slivered almonds and sesame seeds sprinkled on top enhance both flavor and texture with nutty warmth and light crispness.
This dish is suitable as a side salad for picnics, potlucks, or barbecues due to its refreshing texture and bright flavor. It pairs well with grilled or roasted meats and can be customized by using different cabbage types in place of coleslaw mix if preferred.
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days; stirring before serving helps redistribute dressing and flavor.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage, see notes
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced, optional
- 3 green onions sliced
- 2 packages ramen noodles seasonings reserved for dressing
- ¼ cup almonds toasted, slivered
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted
For the Dressing
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- Ramen Seasoning from ramen packages
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine coleslaw, red pepper (if using) & green onions.
- Break up the ramen noodles and add them (uncooked) to the cabbage mixture.
- Add all dressing ingredients, including the seasoning packets from the ramen, into a jar with a lid. Shake well to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Top with almonds and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Substitute coleslaw mix with 6 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup shredded purple cabbage, and ½ cup grated carrots for a homemade slaw blend.
- Any ramen flavor can be used; chicken-flavored noodles are common but not required.
- Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days and stir before serving again.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 182 | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 470mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 139mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 379IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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