Sesame Ginger Crunch Ramen Salad
Experience the vibrant taste of our Sesame Ginger Crunch Ramen Salad, a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and savory flavors. This refreshing salad is perfect for summer gatherings, meal prep, or a quick lunch option that won’t compromise on taste. With its colorful ingredients and zesty sesame-ginger dressing, this dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. Customize it with your favorite proteins like chicken or turkey for a heartier meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this salad will impress both family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 teaspoons coconut sugar
- 4 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons ginger (grated)
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1 cup green cabbage (chopped)
- 1 cup purple cabbage (chopped)
- 1 cup romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- ½ cup carrots (julienned)
- ½ cup edamame (shelled)
- ½ cup English cucumber (sliced or quartered)
- ½ cup mandarin oranges (drained)
- ½ cup dried ramen noodles (crushed; sub dried rice noodles for gluten-free)
- ¼ cup green onions (sliced)
- ¼ cup peanuts or cashews (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing rice vinegar, soy sauce, olive oil, coconut sugar, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and optional fish sauce in a mason jar. Shake well or whisk in a bowl until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped green cabbage, purple cabbage, diced bell pepper, shelled edamame, drained mandarin oranges, and crushed ramen noodles.
- Toss all ingredients together gently until evenly mixed. Divide into serving bowls and drizzle with dressing.
- Garnish each bowl with lime wedges and chopped nuts before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1¼ cups (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg