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Cold Ramen Noodle Salad

Chill Out with This Refreshing Cold Ramen Noodle Salad

Enjoy a quick and nutritious Cold Ramen Noodle Salad, packed with crunchy vegetables and a sweet sesame-soy dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 packets Instant Ramen about 12 ounces, without seasoning
  • 2 cups Shredded Savoy Cabbage or green cabbage
  • 1 cup Shredded Red Cabbage or additional savoy cabbage
  • 1 cup Matchstick Carrots or pre-cut carrots
  • 1 cup Shelled Edamame frozen and thawed
  • 4 tablespoons Green Onions or chives
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Toasted Sesame Oil for tossing
  • ¼ cup Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Black Vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
For the Crunch Topping
  • 1 cup Raw Unsalted Cashews or peanuts/almon
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds or other seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan version
For a Kick
  • to taste Sriracha optional for heat

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil. Add 4 packets of instant ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drizzle in toasted sesame oil and toss to coat.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, toast raw cashews and sesame seeds for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Stir in honey and simmer for 1 minute. Spread on parchment paper and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, black vinegar, and sesame oil. Season with salt to taste and mix well.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine chilled ramen noodles with dressing. Toss to coat. Add savoy cabbage, red cabbage, matchstick carrots, and edamame. Mix gently and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Before serving, add sesame-cashew crunch on top of the salad. Drizzle with sriracha if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Rinse the cooked ramen thoroughly to prevent stickiness. Chill the salad for optimal flavor melding. Add crunch right before serving to maintain its perfect texture.

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