Ramen Noodle Salad
Ramen Noodle Salad is a colorful and refreshing dish that brings together tender ramen noodles and a vibrant mix of crunchy vegetables, all dressed in a tangy, savory sauce. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight meals, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Customize it with your favorite ingredients to create a personal touch that will impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions (about 3-4 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While noodles cool, prepare the vegetables: shred the cabbage, julienne the carrots, and slice the green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (if using), and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled noodles and chopped veggies. Pour dressing over everything and toss well.
- Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Serve chilled, garnished with extra green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg