Crunchy Ramen Noodle Salad with Cabbage and Green Onions Recipe
This Ramen Noodle Salad is a crunchy, flavorful side or light meal featuring toasted crushed ramen noodles combined with fresh cabbage, green onions, and a savory sesame dressing. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for a refreshing twist on traditional salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 packages of ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup chopped green onions (about 4–5 green onions)
Dressing
- 1/4 cup sesame dressing
Instructions
- Crush and toast noodles: Open the ramen noodle packages, discard the seasoning packets, and use your hands or a rolling pin to crush the noodles into small pieces. Toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until lightly browned and fragrant. This enhances their crunch and flavor.
- Mix vegetables and dressing: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and chopped green onions. Pour the sesame dressing over the vegetables and toss well to coat evenly.
- Combine salad: Add the toasted crushed ramen noodles to the dressed vegetables. Gently toss one more time to mix the noodles throughout the salad without breaking them down further.
Notes
- Toasting the noodles brings out a nutty flavor and keeps them crispy in the salad.
- You can substitute sesame dressing with a homemade mix of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of honey for a fresher taste.
- For added protein, consider tossing in grilled chicken or tofu.
- Prepare the salad just before serving to maintain noodle crunchiness.
Keywords: Ramen noodle salad, sesame dressing salad, crunchy ramen salad, Asian noodle salad, easy salad recipe
