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Oriental (Asian) Coleslaw

Manila Spoon
Very easy and tasty salad to make - ramen noodles, almonds and sunflower seeds provide the crunch and the dressing is quite tasty. You can't go wrong with this Oriental (Asian) Coleslaw. Perfect for picnics and potlucks, or any gathering!
4.85 from 46 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizers, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Asian Cuisine
Servings 6
Calories 367 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 16 oz package Coleslaw Mix (Cabbage or Broccoli or a combo), (14 oz pack should work too)
  • 1 bunch Green Onions, sliced thinly
  • 1/2 cup toasted and slivered Almonds
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower Seeds
  • 3 oz package chicken-flavored Ramen Noodles
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower or Peanut Oil
  • 1/3 cup Rice Vinegar or Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tsp Brown Sugar, or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Combine the coleslaw mix, green onions, almonds and sunflower seeds in a salad bowl. Mix the seasoning packet from the ramen noodles with the oil, vinegar and sugar in a separate container.
  • Just before serving, break half the ramen noodles into smaller pieces and place on top of the coleslaw mix. Pour the dressing and toss everything to coat. Break the remaining Ramen noodles and scatter on top. Garnish with extra green onions, if desired. You may make the salad about 15 minutes before serving to allow the vegetables to absorb the dressing.

Notes

NOTES:
#1 Uncooked ramen noodles are safe to eat directly from the package because they're pre-cooked during manufacturing and then dried, making them perfect for adding texture to cold salads without any food safety concerns.
#2 Toasting the ramen noodles and almonds before adding them to the salad creates significantly deeper flavor through caramelization and enhances the crunch factor, elevating the dish from good to exceptional.
#3 The ramen seasoning packet serves as the umami base for the dressing when mixed with oil, vinegar, and brown sugar, creating a complex flavor profile that's more sophisticated than the sum of its simple parts.
#4 Adding the noodles in two stages—half mixed in and half on top creates a dual-texture experience where some noodles soften slightly from the dressing while others remain completely crunchy.
#5 This salad improves when components are prepped separately and mixed before serving, making it ideal for stress-free entertaining and weekly meal prep rather than requiring last-minute preparation.

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 7gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 0.002gSodium: 304mgPotassium: 299mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 101IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 2mg
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