Keto/Low Carb/Sugar Free Option
"Make a delicious healthy salad from a childhood and college favorite lunch soup!"
Ramen Noodle Asian Salad
“Fresh, crisp and a perfect side dish to any meal. Better than any pre-packaged salad mix!” Servings - 6 servings Prep time - 15 minutes Cooking Time - 10 minutes
Ingredients:
Salad
2 3-ounce packages oriental-flavored ramen noodles, broken into pieces, seasoning packets reserved.
1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
1/2 cup slivered or sliced almonds
1 (16-ounce) package coleslaw mix with broccoli pieces
3 green onions, chopped.
8 oz fresh spinach, chopped.
Dressing
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider or rice vinegar
4 tablespoons granulated sugar or 1 tablespoon trivia or substitute sweetener
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 reserved ramen seasoning packets
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Place broken ramen noodles, sunflower seeds, and almonds onto a baking sheet
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until fragrant and toasted. Set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, toss together coleslaw mix, spinach and green onions. Add cooled noodle mixture on top.
Prepare the dressing: whisk together olive oil, ramen seasoning packets, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
"This salad has the best of many worlds. Taking a child hood favorite soup and making a crisp delicious healthy salad by just adding a few simple ingredients. You have to try this!"
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