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The BEST Ramen Noodle Salad

The BEST Ramen Noodle Salad

The BEST Ramen Noodle Salad is a delightful and crunchy mix of noodles, veggies, and a flavorful dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 312 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • jar
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 ounces ramen noodles seasoning packet removed
  • ½ cup slivered almonds
  • 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1 ½ lbs Napa cabbage about 8-10 cups shredded
  • 1 bunch green onions sliced thin, about ½ cup

Dressing Ingredients

  • ½ cup light flavored olive oil
  • ¼ cup plain white vinegar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

Instructions
 

Making the Salad

  • To make the dressing: Combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce in a jar and shake until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. While the butter is melting, crush the ramen noodles while still inside the package. Remove the seasoning packet and throw away (or set aside for later use). Add the noodles, almonds, and sesame seeds to the melted butter in the skillet.
  • Saute while stirring frequently, until the noodle mixture is golden brown. Remove to a plate and let cool.
  • Shred the cabbage and combine the cabbage and onions in a large mixing bowl. Add the noodle mixture. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine. Sprinkle with green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

This is not a make-ahead salad. I like to make the dressing in advance and then add the noodles and dressing to the cabbage right before serving. I will happily eat any leftovers, but the noodles will be softer and for what it’s worth, it isn’t quite as lovely as when freshly made.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 383mgPotassium: 290mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 375IUVitamin C: 23.3mgCalcium: 116mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword Appetizer, Cabbage, noodles, Quick Salad, Ramen Noodle Salad, salad
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