Crunchy Noodle Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and irresistible Crunchy Noodle Salad, a delightful fusion of crisp, colorful vegetables and perfectly toasted ramen noodles. This quick and easy recipe combines green and red cabbage, julienned carrot, and sweet red bell pepper for a refreshing crunch, while slivered almonds and sesame seeds add a nutty richness. Tossed with a tangy-sweet sesame soy dressing, this salad bursts with bold, Asian-inspired flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's the perfect side dish for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this salad delivers the ultimate crunch factor with every bite. Discover this easy-to-make sensation for a crowd-pleasing dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 blocks uncooked instant ramen noodles
- 2 cups green cabbage
- 1 cup red cabbage
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 3 stalks green onions
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the slivered almonds and uncooked ramen noodles (broken into small pieces) on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Shred the green cabbage and red cabbage into thin strips. Peel and julienne the carrot. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and green onions. Add all these vegetables to a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and set it aside for garnish.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, olive oil, and minced garlic until fully combined.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the large bowl. Toss everything together until well coated.
Just before serving, add the cooled toasted ramen pieces, almonds, and sesame seeds to the salad. Lightly toss to combine, ensuring the crunch remains fresh.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately. Enjoy your Crunchy Noodle Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2332 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.5 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5472 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.8 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.3 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.8 g | ||
| Protein | 56.9 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 632 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2479 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
