ASIAN SALAD / COLE SLAW / CHINESE COLE SLAW - LIGHT

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Asian Salad / Cole Slaw / Chinese Cole Slaw - Light image

I adapted this recipe from #54866 and had so many tweaks and changes from the original that I needed to put this one down so I could remember it all. I've omitted alot of the oil from the original to lighten it up. This is great for summer time BBQ's as a side dish. Or grill some chicken and you've got a Chinese Chicken Salad.

Provided by RaisingKang

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head cabbage (I use green)
4 green onions, sliced thinly, include the whites and greens
1 -2 minced garlic clove (I used the minced from the jar to save time)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, diced (I used the minced that is prepared in the jar to save time)
1 carrot, shredded
1 (6 ounce) package ramen noodles, uncooked, discard seasonings
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 cup slice almonds
1/2 cup sugar
1/8 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon light soy sauce

Steps:

  • Prepare Salad.
  • 1) slice cabbage into small bite size pieces.
  • 2) Add garlic, ginger, green onions, and carrots. Toss to combine.
  • Note: If you are making ahead of time, place this salad mixture in a ziploc bag or covered storage bowl. It will keep in the refrigerator for about 4 days or longer depending on how you store it.
  • Prepare Crunchies.
  • 1) Break the ramen noodles into pieces, but not too small that you loose the look of the noodle. Spread flat on a cookie sheet or jelly roll pan.
  • 2) Sprinkle over the top - Sunflower & Sesame seeds and slice almonds. Mist with Olive Oil mister to lightly coat.
  • 3) Place pan under the broiler until lightly toasted. Stir gently if needed. This will happen pretty fast, so don't let them burn. Once brown remove from oven to cool.
  • Note: If preparing ahead of time, once cooled place crunchies in a ziploc bag.
  • Prepare Sauce.
  • 1) Place all ingredients for the sauce in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens to a syrup like consistency. Keep stirring so it doesn't burn.
  • Note: If preparing ahead of time you have two options. One is the make the sauce and refrigerate it in a container. Just prior to serving you can reheat the sauce in the micowave or allow it to come to room temp to toss it. OR you can just make the sauce the day of.
  • Another option if you have a small family. Keep all 3 parts separate and toss just prior to serving. The salad and crunchies will keep for several days. I will slightly heat the sauce in the microwave so that it's not so thick and will toss easily. I'll just toss a bowl or two at a time and the rest will keep.

Kyleah Jones
[email protected]

This salad is a great way to add some extra vegetables to your diet. It's also very flavorful and easy to make. I love the combination of the sweet and tangy dressing with the crisp veggies.


Kitone Musa
[email protected]

I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The Asian dressing is so flavorful and the veggies are so fresh. I love the crunch of the cabbage and carrots. Definitely a new favorite!


Mwita Isano
[email protected]

This salad is so delicious and refreshing. The dressing is perfectly balanced and the veggies are so crisp. I love that it's also really easy to make. Definitely a new favorite!


Sharon Chepchumba
[email protected]

I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the crunch of the cabbage and carrots, and the dressing is so light and flavorful. Definitely a keeper!


Mesfin Mulgeta
[email protected]

This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the sweet and tangy dressing with the crisp veggies.


Ariyan Nasim
[email protected]

I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The dressing is so flavorful and the veggies are so crisp. I highly recommend this recipe.


JJ Sammy
[email protected]

This salad is a great way to use up leftover veggies. I had some cabbage, carrots, and celery that were about to go bad, so I threw them all in this salad and it turned out great. The dressing is really tasty too.


Mmezi Chigozie
[email protected]

I'm not a huge fan of coleslaw, but this recipe changed my mind. The Asian dressing is so light and flavorful, and the cabbage and carrots are so crisp. I'll definitely be making this again.


DanIsABob
[email protected]

This salad is amazing! The dressing is so flavorful and the veggies are so fresh. I love the crunch of the cabbage and carrots. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.


3393 Wajid Hossain
[email protected]

I've been looking for a healthy and flavorful salad recipe and this one fits the bill perfectly. The Asian dressing is so light and refreshing, and the veggies are so crisp and crunchy. Definitely a new favorite!


Jaykob Tempera mansell
[email protected]

This recipe is a game-changer. It's so easy to make and the results are incredible. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the veggies are perfectly crisp. I'm definitely making this again and again.


Sidra Farooq
[email protected]

Yum yum yum! This salad is so addictive. The sweet and tangy dressing is perfectly balanced and the veggies are so crisp. I can't stop eating it!


Hareem Fatimah
[email protected]

5 stars! I've made this salad twice in the past week and it's already become a favorite. The flavors are amazing and the dressing is so light and refreshing. Perfect for summer.


MD kawsar
[email protected]

Easy peasy! I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. Even the kids loved it. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the veggies are crisp and fresh. Definitely a keeper!


sousou el
[email protected]

I doubled the recipe and it was gone in no time! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing and the crunch of the vegetables. Will definitely make again.


Mirza Soyab
[email protected]

This salad was a breeze to make and so refreshing. The dressing was easy to whisk together and the veggies were ready in no time. Perfect for a quick and healthy lunch.


Francine Daley
[email protected]

I'm not usually a fan of coleslaw, but this recipe changed my mind. The Asian dressing was so flavorful and light, and the cabbage and carrots were crisp and fresh. Definitely a new favorite!


Bakht zeb
[email protected]

This Asian salad was a delightful explosion of flavors! The combination of sweet, savory, and tangy was perfectly balanced. It was a great way to enjoy fresh veggies.