Asian Ramen Salad
Ingredients
- 16 oz bag coleslaw mix
- 2 bags ramen noodles)
3 oz each, crumbled (flavor does not matter as you won't be using the seasoning packets
- 2 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 cup sunflower seeds
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ⅔ cup vegetable oil
- 4 Tbsp white sugar
- ⅓ cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 ½ Tbsp soy sauce
- ¼ tsp sesame oil
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spread crumbled ramen noodles, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and sliced almonds on a baking sheet. Bake for five minutes, stir and bake for 3-5 more minutes, until mixture is slightly toasted and golden. Set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl whisk together all the ingredients for the salad dressing.
- 3
Add coleslaw mix and ramen noodle mixture to the salad dressing and toss until combined.
- 4
Serve immediately.
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About this Recipe
Craving a lightning-fast, flavor-packed dish that’s always a crowd-pleaser? This Asian Ramen Salad is your ultimate solution for potlucks and quick weeknight meals, delivering irresistible textures and a vibrant dressing in minutes. It's the kind of effortless recipe you'll want in your regular rotation, especially when time is of the essence but taste is paramount.
What makes this Asian Ramen Salad truly shine is its clever combination of simple, accessible ingredients that deliver big on crunch and taste. The recipe expertly pairs crisp coleslaw mix with crunchy crumbled ramen noodles and a medley of nutty seeds and almonds. This delightful base is then coated in a homemade dressing, a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, ensuring every bite is bursting with satisfying deliciousness.
Prepare for a delightful symphony of textures in every forkful. You'll encounter the refreshing crispness of the coleslaw and fresh green onions, complemented by the satisfying snap of the crumbled ramen noodles and the nutty crunch of sunflower seeds and sliced almonds. The homemade dressing, a well-balanced mix of sweet white sugar and rice wine vinegar, savory soy sauce, and aromatic sesame oil, brings all these elements together with a refreshing, zesty finish. It’s a wonderfully balanced side dish or light meal that feels special yet requires minimal effort to prepare.
Customization & Variations
This versatile salad is easy to adapt to your personal preferences or what you have on hand. For a heartier meal, consider adding cooked, shredded chicken or pan-seared tofu. You can adjust the amount of sugar or soy sauce in the dressing to perfectly suit your taste. Feel free to swap sunflower seeds for pepitas, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing for a subtle, warming kick.
This Asian Ramen Salad is your perfect companion for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or any occasion where you need a refreshing, flavorful side dish that promises to disappear fast.