This is a variation of the typical ramen noodle salad that I adapted from multiple online recipes. It uses broccoli slaw instead of cabbage slaw. The sauteed, dry ingredients add a robust flavor to the salad.
GREENS:
Wash and then cut up 1-2 heads of Romaine lettuce into a large bowl. Toss in 1/2 of the package of broccoli slaw. Use more or less of the greens as you prefer.
DRY INGREDIENTS:
Saute the crushed ramen noodles, sunflower seeds, and the almonds together in the butter/ oil for 5 minutes (or until they are turning golden brown). I have found that the almonds like to burn if not watched closely. Set aside in a bowl to cool after sauteing.
DRESSING:
Mix the oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar, and dry mustard, together in a shakeable container (I use a Mason jar with a lid). Shake well until all contents are mixed. The sugar will NOT dissolve, and its granular nature adds flavor/ texture to the salad. Occasionally, I microwave the mixture a bit to get the sugar more dissolved.
Two ways to serve this salad (changes its flavor slightly):
1. Individuals are served bowls of greens with a bit of the sauteed, dry ingredients sprinkled on top. Dressing is poured over that.
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2. (My Fav) The greens, sauteed ingredients, and a moderate amount of the dressing, are mixed together in a large bowl. The salad is then refrigerated (or even brought to room temperature) for 30 min - 1 hour to let the flavors meld together. Individual bowls are then served from the mixture.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (242g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 6 | ||
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Calories: 437 | ||
Calories from Fat: 218 (50%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 24.3g | 32 % | |
Saturated Fat 7.3g | 37 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 9.9g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 5.3g | ||
Cholesterol 15.2mg | 5 % | |
Sodium 486.1mg | 17 % | |
Potassium 463.2mg | 12 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 50.3g | 15 % | |
Dietary Fiber 4.9g | 20 % | |
Sugars, other 45.3g | ||
Protein 8.7g | 12 % | |
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Calories per serving: 437
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