Ramen Noodle Saladrn

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Crunchy, loaded with fresh ingredients and smothered in a tangy dressing, this ramen noodle salad is the perfect side dish.

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Ramen Noodle Salad Ingredients
Substitutions And Additions
How To Make This Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe
How To Serve
Storage
Frequently Asked Questions
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For those of us who crave something with a lot of crunch, let us introduce you to this fantastic ramen noodle salad. Packed full of fresh vegetables and a delightful array of flavors and textures, this dish is truly one-of-a-kind.

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Ramen Noodle Salad Ingredients

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Crunchy ramen noodle salad is the perfect dish for a hot summer day. Savory, crunchy, and undeniably delicious, the combination of flavors makes it an absolute must-try.

The crunchy noodles provide a pleasingly chewy texture, while the fresh veggies bring a vibrant pop of color. As well as being visually stunning, they add a level of freshness and taste to each bite.

Topped with a flavorful vinaigrette dressing, each mouthful bursts with flavor.

You’ll need:

1 (16-ounce) coleslaw mix (You can use tricolor, angel hair, broccoli slaw, or a 16-ounce head of shredded cabbage)
1 cup of sunflower seed kernels (You can use salted or unsalted. I used salted)
1 cup of slivered almonds
1 cup of thinly sliced green onions
¾ cup of carrot matchsticks
2 medium red bell peppers, finely chopped
½ cup of apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
2 (3-ounce) packages of top ramen noodles, reserve the flavor packets (You can use your favorite flavor, I used chicken)

Substitutions And Additions

MIX-INS: You can add shredded or cubed cooked chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken, nuts, and wonton salad topping.

SPICE: If you prefer a spicy bite, you can add ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the tangy dressing for your ramen Asian noodle salad.

FRUIT & VEGGIES: You can add dried fruits, such as craisins, to the ramen noodle coleslaw salad. You can also add mandarin oranges and edamame.

How To Make This Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe

Making this delicious ramen salad is as simple as combining all of the vegetables and nuts in a bowl.

Mix up the salad dressing; we recommend using a mason jar so that you can give it a good shake.

Crush the ramen noodles before adding them to the top of your salad. Finally, serve this bowl of freshness at your next meal.

STEP ONE: Add the coleslaw mix, sunflower seeds, slivered almonds, sliced green onions, carrot matchsticks, and chopped red bell pepper to a large salad bowl.

OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS

I found mixing it in an extra large bowl first and then transferring it to a serving bowl made for a little less mess!

Coleslaw mix, sunflower seed, almonds, green onions, carrots, and bell peppers combined together

STEP TWO: Add the apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, granulated sugar, and ramen flavor packet to a small bowl. Whisk to combine completely.

PRO TIP:

You can also mix the dressing ingredients in a mason jar with a lid so that you can shake it all up to make sure the ingredients are well-blended.

apple cider vinegar, olive oil, sugar, and ramen flavor combined

STEP THREE: Pour the dressing over the coleslaw ingredients and stir to combine. Cover and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

dressing poured over the coleslaw ingredients

STEP FOUR: Just before serving, add the crumbled ramen noodles and stir to combine. Serve immediately.

PRO TIP:

You can crush the ramen noodles by hand or put them in a ziplock and gently roll a rolling pin over them in the bag.

crumbled ramen noodles added before serving

How To Serve

This crunchy salad is a delicious dish, especially when complemented with some equally delightful accompaniments.

To really bring out the flavors of this Asian-style salad, why not serve it as a great side dish alongside perfectly cooked apple pork tenderloin? Or grilled chicken breast marinated in sweet beer and barbecue sauce would also be delicious.

This isn’t the only tasty salad that we think you will enjoy. Try our Chinese chicken salad and broccoli apple salad for two solid choices.

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Storage

IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER: The cold ramen noodle salad does not keep well. The noodles get soggy and lose all of their crunch. It is meant to be eaten while the noodles are crunchy. If you would like to shorten the prep time, you could prepare all of the components and store each of them in a separate airtight container until you are ready to serve the salad.

Salad lovers are going to love the crisp texture and delicious, tangy flavors of this easy Asian ramen noodle salad. Perfect as a summer side dish or even as a lunch idea when you add a little bit of protein, this salad is definitely one not to be missed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I keep leftovers of this cold salad with ramen noodles?

This tangy salad does not keep well, as the noodles will become soggy.

Can I make this Asian ramen salad recipe ahead of time?

This Asian salad with ramen noodles is best made right when you are ready to serve it; otherwise, the noodles will get soggy. You can prepare all the ingredients and dressing in separate containers and just mix everything together right before serving.

Can I use any type of ramen noodles in this easy recipe?

This tangy salad works fine with any ramen noodles you have on hand.

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