Best 6 Oriental Crunch Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Oriental Crunch Salad, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds with a delightful blend of textures and ingredients. This vibrant salad features a medley of crisp vegetables, crunchy wonton strips, and a tangy-sweet dressing that brings the dish to life. With three variations to choose from, this recipe offers something for everyone. The classic Oriental Crunch Salad combines crisp cabbage, carrots, and red bell peppers with wonton strips, while the Thai Crunch Salad adds a spicy kick with a peanut dressing and fresh herbs. For a lighter option, the Asian Crunch Salad features a refreshing dressing made with rice vinegar and sesame oil. No matter your preference, this versatile salad is sure to satisfy your cravings for a healthy and flavorful meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASIAN CRUNCH SALAD



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A medley of fresh veggies is lightly coated with a dressing of soy sauce, cider vinegar and sesame oil. You can also add carrots for more color, crunch and nutrition.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh snow peas
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, drained
4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, peas and onions. Stir in water chestnuts., In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, olive oil and pepper. Pour over vegetables and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRUNCHY ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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With convenient coleslaw mix and ramen noodles, you can create a tasty main-dish salad in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 package (3 oz) oriental-flavor ramen noodle soup mix
2 tablespoons sesame seed
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1/4 cup dry-roasted peanuts, if desired
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 bag (16 oz) coleslaw mix (8 cups)
1 can (11 oz) mandarin orange segments, drained

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in seasoning packet from soup mix. Break block of noodles into bite-size pieces over skillet; stir into butter mixture. Cook noodles 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in sesame seed. Cook about 2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until noodles are golden brown; remove from heat.
  • In large glass or plastic bowl, mix sugar, vinegar, oil and pepper. Add noodle mixture and remaining ingredients; toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 1/4 Cups), Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 1 g

CRUNCHY ORIENTAL SALAD



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There are many recipes like this out there. This is easy and the dressing is wonderful, flavorful, yet light. Toss with dressing right before you serve.

Provided by Everything Sweet

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces coleslaw mix
4 green onions, chopped
1/4-1/2 cup butter
1 (3 ounce) package oriental-flavor instant ramen noodles (keep the seasoning to the side)
6 ounces sliced almonds (1 small package)
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place coleslaw and onions in a large salad bowl.
  • Melt butter on the stove and then add the Ramen Noodles (broken up), almonds and sesame seeds and brown. Cool and drain on paper towels.
  • Combine the rest of the ingredients and the seasoning packet for the dressing. Pour dressing over salad when ready to serve. Toss to combine.

ORIENTAL CRUNCH SALAD



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Make and share this Oriental Crunch Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bone Man

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
16 ounces prepared coleslaw mix
1/2 cup sunflower seeds (unsalted)
6 scallions, finely chopped
1 cup chow mein noodles, crunchy
1 cup canola oil
6 tablespoons white vinegar
4 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly milled
1 teaspoon Accent seasoning (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk dressing ingredients together and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using.
  • In a medium no-stick skillet, saute the almonds and sesame seeds until they are lightly golden.
  • Remove from heat and allow the seeds to cool a bit before tossing them with the coleslaw mix, sunflower seeds and onions.
  • Just prior to serving, toss with crunchy chow mein noodles, top with dressing and enjoy!
  • NOTE: The salad is best if it is mixed and refrigerated overnight (minus the noodles).

CRUNCHY CHINESE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large head Napa cabbage, chopped
5 green onions, diced
1/2 cup butter
2 packages ramen noodles (discard soup flavoring)
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1 small package sliced almonds
1 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • First mix cabbage and onions in a large bowl, set aside.
  • Melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Break noodles in small pieces and brown along with sesame seeds and almonds. Cool and drain on paper towels.
  • To make dressing, mix together all ingredients and microwave to dissolve the sugar. Let cool (about 20 minutes) before serving. Dressing can be made a day ahead of time.
  • Toss together all salad ingredients and add dressing, just before serving.

CRUNCHY RAMEN SALAD



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For potlucks and picnics, this ramen noodle salad is a knockout. I tote the veggies in a bowl, dressing in a jar and noodles in a bag. Then I shake them up together when it's time to eat. -LJ Porter, Bauxite, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup sunflower kernels
2 packages (14 ounces each) coleslaw mix
12 green onions, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (3 ounces each) chicken ramen noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add almonds and sunflower kernels; cook until toasted, about 4 minutes. Cool., In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, onions and red pepper. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, pepper, contents of ramen seasoning packets and remaining oil. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Break noodles into small pieces. Just before serving, stir in noodles, almonds and sunflower kernels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best oriental crunch salad, use fresh and crispy vegetables.
  • Shred the vegetables thinly so that they are easy to eat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add color and flavor to the salad.
  • Don't overdress the salad, or it will become soggy.
  • Serve the salad immediately after making it, or the vegetables will start to wilt.
  • If you are making the salad ahead of time, store the dressing separately and add it just before serving.

Conclusion:

Oriental crunch salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a variety of vegetables to choose from and a simple dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table.

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