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Oriental Cabbage Salad 🥗

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8

Description:

Are you ready to elevate your salad game? This Oriental Cabbage Salad is a culinary symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds! Inspired by a party favorite, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Plus, with the option to add cooked chicken breast, it can easily transition from a side dish to a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

Dressing:

• Combine soy sauce, cider vinegar, sugar, and oil in a small saucepan.
• Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
• Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
• (Pro tip: You can prepare the dressing a day in advance and refrigerate it until ready to use.)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Dressing:

   • In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, cider vinegar, sugar, and oil.
   • Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
   • Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
   • (This step can be done a day in advance. Simply refrigerate the dressing until you’re ready to use it.)

2. Prepare Noodle Mixture:

   • Break up the Ramen noodles into smaller pieces.
   • Discard the seasoning packets or save them for another use.
   • In a skillet, sauté the noodles, almonds, and sesame seeds in oil until they turn golden brown.
   • Stir frequently to ensure even browning.
   • Remove from heat and set aside.

3. Assemble Salad:

   • In a large bowl, combine shredded Napa cabbage, thinly sliced green onions, and the prepared noodle mixture.
   • Toss everything together until well mixed.
   • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss again to coat evenly.
   • Allow the salad to sit for about 20 minutes before serving. This allows the noodles to soften slightly and absorb the flavors of the dressing.

4. Serve and Enjoy!

   • Once the salad has rested, it’s ready to be enjoyed.
   • Serve it as a refreshing side dish or add some cooked chicken breast to turn it into a complete meal.
   • Garnish with extra sesame seeds or sliced green onions for an added touch of freshness.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 386.5
• Total Fat: 31.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.4g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 405.8mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 23.9g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.1g
  • Sugar: 13.4g
• Protein: 4.7g

Whether you’re planning a potluck, hosting a dinner party, or simply craving a refreshing salad, this Oriental Cabbage Salad is sure to impress! Bursting with vibrant flavors and crunchy textures, it’s a delightful culinary adventure that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Try it out today and get ready to elevate your salad game to a whole new level!