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Pioneer Woman Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Ramen Noodle Salad is a crunchy, colorful, and flavor-packed side dish that’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or weeknight dinners. Loaded with fresh cabbage, carrots, green onions, and toasted ramen noodles and almonds, it’s tossed in a sweet and tangy homemade dressing made with honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and sesame oil. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this vibrant salad is always a crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:
  • 6 cups green cabbage, sliced
  • 2 cups red cabbage, sliced
  • 2 cups cups matchstick carrots
  • 2/3 cups green onions, sliced
  • 2 packages dry ramen noodles (3 oz each), broken into pieces
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
For the Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup light olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Make the Dressing: In a bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper. Chill until ready to use.
  2. Toast Ramen and Almonds: Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread broken ramen noodles and almonds on a baking sheet. Bake for 3 minutes, toss, and bake for 3–4 minutes more until golden. Let cool.
  3. Toast Ramen and Almonds: Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread broken ramen noodles and almonds on a baking sheet. Bake for 3 minutes, toss, and bake for 3–4 minutes more until golden. Let cool.
  4. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine both cabbages, carrots, and green onions. Add cooled ramen-almond mixture and toss.
  5. Dress and Serve: Pour dressing over salad and toss well. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving for best flavor.

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Notes

  • Crush ramen lightly with a rolling pin—don't pulverize.
  • Add grilled chicken or tofu for a protein boost.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours (best when fresh).
  • For meal prep: keep dressing and toasted noodles separate until serving.