Ramen Noodle Salad with Peanut Dressing (Easy Recipe)
Prep Time25 minutesmins
Cook Time5 minutesmins
Total Time5 minutesmins
Servings: 8Servings
Calories: 272kcal
Ingredients
2tablespoonsunsalted butter
2packages ramen noodlesseasoning packets removed and the noodles crushed
½cupcreamy peanut butter
2limesjuiced
3tablespoonsolive oil
2tablespoonssoy sauce
1-2tablespoonschili garlic sauce
1tablespoonhoney
1teaspoonsesame oil
1teaspoonginger paste
1teaspoongarlic paste
3cupsgreen cabbagethinly sliced
3cupsred cabbagethinly sliced
2large carrotspeeled and julienned
½cuppeanuts
½cupcilantrochopped
3green onionsgreen parts sliced and white ends discarded
2teaspoonstoasted sesame seeds
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter then add the noodles. Stir constantly until the noodles are light and brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside to cool.
In the meantime, mix the peanut butter, lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger paste and garlic paste together in a medium bowl. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the green and red cabbage, carrots, peanuts, cilantro, green onions and sesame seeds.
3 cups green cabbage, 3 cups red cabbage, 2 large carrots, ½ cup peanuts, ½ cup cilantro, 3 green onions, 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
Add the sauce mixture until completely incorporated then toss in the noodles just until combined.
Serve with freshly chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, sesame seeds and lime wedges if desired.
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Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup of ramen noodle salad. Actual calories will vary.*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.*Photos courtesy of Karla Rae Photography.