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This Crunchy Oriental Coleslaw is packed with crunchy ramen noodles, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, and a tangy Asian-inspired dressing. Perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and summer BBQs!
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) bag of coleslaw mix (or shredded green and purple cabbage + shredded carrots)
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 package of ramen noodles, uncooked (crushed)
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 (8-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: In a jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ground ginger. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix Coleslaw: In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, green onions, almonds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, crushed ramen noodles and mandarin oranges.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mix and toss until well coated.
- Chill & Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Toss again before serving.
Tip:
- For extra crunch, add the ramen noodles just before serving.
Notes
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair it with grilled chicken, pulled pork, or BBQ ribs.
- Serve it as a crunchy topping for fish tacos.
- Enjoy it as a light lunch with a side of fresh fruit.
Storage:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Ramen noodles may lose some crunch, so add a handful of fresh crushed noodles before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 12.2 g
- Fat: 26.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 25.9 g
- Protein: 5.8