Oriental Fried Noodle Salad

Crisp, colorful, and bursting with bold flavors, this Oriental Fried Noodle Salad is a satisfying medley of textures and tastes that will elevate any meal! Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light main course, this vibrant salad combines crunchy toasted ramen noodles, a mix of shredded green and purple cabbage, and sweet grated carrots. Toasted slivered almonds and sesame seeds add nutty warmth, while a tangy soy-ginger dressing brings a savory zing with subtle hints of garlic and sesame oil. Finished with a touch of optional chili flakes for a gentle kick, this easy-to-make salad is ready in just 25 minutes and is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight meals. It’s a vibrant fusion of crunch and flavor that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 packs dry instant ramen noodles (no seasoning packet)
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cups shredded green cabbage
• 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
• 1 cup grated carrot
• 3 stalks thinly sliced green onion
• 1 cup toasted slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Break the dry instant ramen noodles into small pieces and set them aside.

Step 2

Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the broken ramen noodle pieces and toast them, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, grated carrot, and sliced green onions.

Step 4

In a smaller skillet or dry pan, toast the slivered almonds and sesame seeds for 2-3 minutes over medium-low heat until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Add them to the vegetable mixture.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and optional chili flakes to prepare the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss everything well to ensure even coating.

Step 7

Just before serving, add the fried ramen noodles to the salad and gently mix them in to maintain their crunch.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Oriental Fried Noodle Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	921.5 grams (921.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2430

Total Fat 166.50g	213%
Saturated Fat 29.20g	146%
Polyunsaturated Fat 41.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2440mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 204.30g	74%
Dietary Fiber 29.50g	105%
Total Sugars 57.10g
Protein 55.00g	110%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 555mg	43%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 2254mg	48%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.1%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 32.2%