Ramen Chinese Salad

Crisp, colorful, and irresistibly crunchy, this Ramen Chinese Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic Asian-inspired dish that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a light, refreshing meal. Packed with shredded green and purple cabbage, carrots, and scallions, this salad is elevated by the addition of toasted ramen noodles, slivered almonds, and sesame seeds, adding a satisfying crunch to every bite. Tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of honey, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve it fresh for optimal crunch and flavor, and let this simple yet bold recipe be your go-to for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups shredded green cabbage
• 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 4 pieces scallions (sliced)
• 1 packet ramen noodles (uncooked)
• 0.5 cup slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Break the uncooked ramen noodles into small pieces and set aside, discarding the seasoning packet.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the ramen pieces, slivered almonds, and sesame seeds until golden brown and fragrant, about 3–5 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the green cabbage, purple cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced scallions.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, vegetable oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Step 6

Add the toasted ramen, almonds, and sesame seeds to the salad, and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately for maximum crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	859 grams (859.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1578

Total Fat 112.00g	144%
Saturated Fat 18.60g	93%
Polyunsaturated Fat 32.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3878mg	169%
Total Carbohydrate 127.60g	46%
Dietary Fiber 24.90g	89%
Total Sugars 40.80g
Protein 36.10g	72%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 404mg	31%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 1893mg	40%

*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: 60.6%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 30.7%