Crisp, colorful, and packed with bold flavors, this Oriental Cabbage Salad is the perfect blend of crunch and tang. Featuring a mix of green and red cabbage, carrots, and green onions, this refreshing slaw is elevated with the nutty addition of toasted almonds and sesame seeds, alongside the irresistible crunch of toasted ramen noodles. A zingy, homemade dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil ties it all together, delivering savory and slightly sweet notes in every bite. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a vibrant side dish, this easy-to-make salad comes together in just 20 minutes and serves six. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and let it be the star of any occasion with its unique texture and Asian-inspired flair!
Thinly slice the green cabbage and red cabbage. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and shred the carrots. Add them to the bowl.
Finely chop the green onions and add them to the bowl.
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and aromatic. Set aside to cool.
Break the uncooked ramen noodles into small pieces. Toast them in the same skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until golden. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to combine.
Add the toasted almonds, sesame seeds, and ramen noodles to the salad just before serving to maintain their crunch.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Serving size | 965.9 grams (965.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2032 |
Total Fat 150.90g | 193% |
Saturated Fat 23.60g | 118% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.00g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 4468mg | 194% |
Total Carbohydrate 143.80g | 52% |
Dietary Fiber 32.80g | 117% |
Total Sugars 43.90g | |
Protein 46.80g | 94% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 595mg | 46% |
Iron 14mg | 76% |
Potassium 2511mg | 53% |
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