Ramen Noodle Salad

Submitted by mkoncape

"A twist on the classic. I don't like onions, so I've substituted fresh cilantro. The sesame oil, lime juice and crushed red pepper give this delicious and easy salad exciting new flavors."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 8-10

ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
• 1⁄4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 (3 ounce) packages ramen noodles (I prefer Oriental)
• 4 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt (optional as noodle flavoring is so salty)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons lime juice (bottled is fine)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 cup olive oil, minus 1 tablespoon
• 2 (1 g) packets noodle flavoring
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

directions

1. Mix coleslaw and cilantro.
2. Combine all ingredients for dressing. Stir well.
3. Toast sesame seeds - only takes a few minutes. Don't burn them!
4. Break noodles into small pieces. Add to salad mix.
5. Add sesame seeds.
6. Pour dressing over salad and mix well.
7. I think this salad gets better on day 2!