Classic Asian Ramen Salad Recipe
This Classic Asian Ramen Salad blends crunchy toasted ramen noodles and almonds with fresh coleslaw mix, sweet mandarin oranges, and tender edamame. Dressed in a tangy and slightly sweet homemade dressing made from canola oil, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and a hint of sesame oil, this salad is a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal as a refreshing side or light meal, it’s quick to prepare and stores well for up to three days in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 (3oz) packages of Ramen noodles (any flavor)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 (16oz) package coleslaw mix
- 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 4 scallions, sliced
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 415°F (213°C) to prepare for toasting the ramen noodles and almonds.
- Toast Noodles and Almonds: Crumble the ramen noodles into small pieces, discarding the seasoning packets. Spread the noodles and sliced almonds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Toast them in the preheated oven for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they turn a light golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the coleslaw mix, shelled edamame, drained mandarin oranges, sliced scallions, and the cooled toasted noodle and almond mixture. Set aside while preparing the dressing.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the canola oil, sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until the sugar is fully dissolved and the dressing is well combined.
- Toss Salad and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately or refrigerate in a covered container for up to 3 days. Enjoy your fresh, flavorful Asian ramen salad!
Notes
- Make sure to discard the ramen seasoning packets as they are not needed for this recipe.
- Toasting the noodles and almonds enhances their flavor and provides a satisfying crunch.
- If desired, you can substitute canola oil with another neutral oil like vegetable or light olive oil.
- This salad can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days, but the noodles may lose some crunch over time.
- Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the dressing according to your preference.
Keywords: Asian salad, ramen noodle salad, coleslaw mix salad, toasted ramen noodles, edamame salad, mandarin orange salad, easy Asian salad
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