Oriental Ramen Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and full of bold flavors, this Oriental Ramen Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next gathering or quick weeknight dinner. Featuring shredded Napa cabbage, vibrant carrots, and green onions as the base, this salad is elevated with the irresistible crunch of toasted ramen noodles, sliced almonds, and sesame seeds. The simple yet flavorful dressing—made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar—perfectly balances tangy, sweet, and savory notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this no-fuss recipe is a delightful blend of texture and taste, making it an ideal side dish or light main course. Whether you're hosting a potluck, craving a healthy salad with a twist, or looking for an Asian-inspired dish, this Oriental Ramen Salad delivers freshness and crunch in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head (medium) Napa cabbage
• 4 stalks Green onions
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 packs (3 oz each) Ramen noodles (unflavored)
• 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the Napa cabbage and discard. Slice the cabbage thinly into shreds and place it into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Thinly slice the green onions and grate the carrots. Add them to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Crush the uncooked ramen noodles into small pieces and discard the seasoning packets. Set the crushed noodles aside for later.

Step 4

In a large dry skillet over medium heat, toast the crushed ramen noodles, sliced almonds, and sesame seeds, stirring often until they turn golden brown and fragrant. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Once toasted, set them aside to cool.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the bowl of cabbage, carrots, and green onions. Toss well to coat all the vegetables evenly.

Step 7

Add the toasted ramen noodle mixture to the salad just before serving to maintain its crunch. Toss lightly to combine.

Step 8

Serve the Oriental Ramen Salad immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Optionally, garnish with additional sesame seeds or green onion.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1302.8 grams (1302.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2054

Total Fat 126.10g	162%
Saturated Fat 25.50g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 37.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2522mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 185.50g	67%
Dietary Fiber 28.70g	102%
Total Sugars 48.70g
Protein 46.30g	93%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 877mg	67%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 3149mg	67%

*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: 55.0%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 36.0%