Ramen Noodle Cabbage Salad
Ramen Noodle Cabbage Salad is a vibrant, crunchy delight that marries fresh vegetables with a savory dressing, making it the perfect addition to your summer picnics or family gatherings. This easy-to-make salad features crispy ramen noodles, green cabbage, shredded carrots, and green onions, all enveloped in a tangy dressing. With its colorful presentation and customizable ingredients, this dish will impress your guests while providing a refreshing twist on traditional salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 3 oz instant ramen noodles
- 2 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- ½ cup green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- ¼ cup crispy fried onions (optional)
Instructions
- Boil water in a medium pot. Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions (about 3 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside to cool.
- While noodles cool, shred cabbage and carrots.
- In a bowl, whisk rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and optional sweetener until combined.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled ramen noodles, cabbage, carrots, and green onions. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss well.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or nuts for extra crunch. Store leftover salad components separately from the dressing to maintain freshness.