Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Sesame Almond Romaine Salad, a culinary masterpiece that caters to both health-conscious individuals and those seeking a delightful taste experience. This vibrant salad combines the refreshing crunch of romaine lettuce with a medley of delectable toppings, including toasted sesame seeds, slivered almonds, crispy wonton strips, and a drizzle of our signature sesame-almond dressing. The dressing, a harmonious blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey, elevates the salad to a new level of deliciousness, creating a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
Accompanying the Sesame Almond Romaine Salad are two additional recipes that offer unique culinary adventures. The Asian Chicken Salad introduces a delightful combination of shredded chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy Asian-inspired dressing, while the Chinese Chicken Salad takes a bold approach with its mix of shredded chicken, crispy wonton strips, and a slightly spicy dressing. Each recipe offers a distinct flavor profile, ensuring that there's something to satisfy every palate.
CRUNCHY ROMAINE SALAD WITH SWEET SESAME VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the vinaigrette: Combine the mandarin syrup, vinegar, canola oil, sesame oil, sesame seeds, ginger and ramen seasoning in a jar. Cover tightly with a lid and shake until emulsified. Hold in the refrigerator. Shake again before using.
- For the salad: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. On a baking sheet, break up the ramen noodles into small pieces with your hands. Add the almonds and shake the pan to spread everything in an even layer. Bake until the ramen and almonds are a deep golden brown, 12 minutes. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl combine the romaine, broccoli, carrots, oranges and scallions. Toss with enough vinaigrette to lightly coat. Top the salad with the toasted ramen and almonds. Serve immediately.
TOP RAMEN® SALAD
This light and crunchy salad is excellent with BBQ chicken. This recipe is from my mother-in-law and has been a family favorite for years.
Provided by Nicole Burnham
Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread ramen noodles, sunflower seeds, and almonds onto a baking sheet.
- Bake noodles, sunflower seeds, and almonds in the preheated oven until fragrant and toasted, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
- Combine coleslaw mix and green onions in a large bowl. Pour cooled noodle mixture over the top.
- Whisk olive oil, reserved ramen seasoning packets, vinegar, sugar, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth. Pour dressing over coleslaw and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 31.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 323.9 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
SESAME ALMOND SLAW
Crunchy veggies and noodles are coated in a tangy dressing in this pleasant slaw. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Split ramen noodles in half (save the seasoning and half of the noodles for another use). Break apart remaining noodles; place in a bowl. Add the cabbage, romaine, onion, almonds and sesame seeds. , For dressing, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, sugar, canola oil, water, sesame oil, soy sauce, salt and pepper; shake well. Add dressing to salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRUNCHY LETTUCE SALAD
There are several variations to this Asian-style salad. But this is the one most folks prefer. Toasted almonds, chow mein noodles and sesame seeds contribute to this salad's "crunch".-Sue McLaughlin, Onawa, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine almonds, chow mein noodles and sesame seeds in a baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly toasted; set aside. , In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine oil, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; shake well. In a large bowl, toss lettuce, onions and bacon. Just before serving, add almond mixture and dressing; toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SESAME-ALMOND ROMAINE SALAD
This is very popular at my DH's work pot lucks. Is really good when the romaine is fresh. Nice for summertime barbecues.
Provided by FloridaGrl
Categories Greens
Time 25m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter and 1 tblspn sugar over medium heat. Add the noodles, sesame seeds and almonds. (Discard seasoning pack from noodles or save for some other use.) Cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until browned; set aside.
- In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine and onions.
- In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Just before serving, drizzle over romaine mixture; top with noodle mixture.Toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.3, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 313.6, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 8.3, Protein 4.3
CLASSIC TOSSED SALAD
This is a delicious salad that goes great with any meal, especially Italian!
Provided by Toni Bankson
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the almonds in the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently until lightly browned. When the almonds are beginning to turn, add sesame seeds, and cook 1 more minute, or until seeds are toasted.
- In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce with feta cheese, olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, and Romano cheese. When ready to serve, toss with Italian dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 19.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 639 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
SESAME-ALMOND ROMAINE SALAD
This crisp and crunchy salad is one of my favorites., and it's popular at potlucks, too. We enjoy this recipe when the lettuce is fresh from the garden. -Diane Alger, Hebron, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter and sugar over medium heat. Add the noodles, sesame seeds and almonds. (Discard seasoning packets from noodles or save for another use.) Cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until browned; set aside. In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine and onions., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Just before serving, drizzle over romaine mixture; top with noodle mixture. Toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 25g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ORANGE AND ALMOND SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Arrange chopped lettuce on a platter. Trim a thin slice of orange skin down to the flesh off the top and bottom of the orange. Stand the orange upright and trim off strips of the remaining peel working from top to bottom around the orange. Cut each orange then in 1/2 lengthwise. Slice the 1/2 oranges into 1/2 moon shapes. Arrange the sliced oranges around the chopped romaine. Lightly toast the almonds in a small skillet over moderate heat or in a toaster or conventional oven. Top the romaine and oranges with toasted almonds and chopped tarragon.
- In a small bowl, combine honey, vinegar, orange juice and mustard with a whisk. Stream in the oil while continuing to whisk the dressing to combine it. Pour the dressing evenly over the entire salad platter in a slow, thin stream. Season the salad with salt and pepper. The salad is pretty as is, no tossing.
CRUNCHY ROMAINE SALAD
A wonderful combination of flavors in this very easy to prepare salad. A ton of crunch comes from ramen noodles, pecans, and romaine lettuce.
Provided by Georgia Julie
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine sugar, oil, vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake until well blended. Break ramen noodles into small pieces, discarding flavor packet.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir noodles and pecans until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and allow to cool.
- Combine noodles, pecans, broccoli, romaine lettuce, and green onions in a bowl; toss gently. Dress with 1 cup, or more, of dressing; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 195.2 mg, Sugar 21.8 g
ALMOND-ORANGE TOSSED SALAD
Another highlight of my Easter menu is this pretty salad, with its slightly sweet homemade dressing and crispy sugar-toasted almonds. I've often taken the salad to potlucks because everyone enjoys it so much. -Lavonn Bormuth Westerville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small skillet over medium-low heat, cook sugar, without stirring for 12-14 minutes or until melted. Add almonds; stir quickly to coat. Remove from the heat; pour onto waxed paper to cool., In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, romaine, oranges, avocado, celery, onions and almonds. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts :
ALMOND-RASPBERRY TOSSED SALAD
My husband and I helped prepare this summery salad for a weekend retreat. The recipe served 60 to 80 people, so I modified it to use at home. The sweet-tart dressing is wonderful over romaine with toasted almonds and fresh raspberries. -Jennifer Long, St. Peters, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, combine the romaine, raspberries and almonds. In a blender, combine the remaining ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Serve with salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh romaine lettuce. If you can't find romaine, you can substitute another type of lettuce, such as butter lettuce or red leaf lettuce.
- To make the dressing, you can use either tahini or almond butter. If you use tahini, you may need to add a little water to thin it out.
- If you don't have any sesame seeds, you can substitute another type of seed, such as sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.
- You can add other ingredients to the salad, such as grilled chicken, tofu, or vegetables.
- The salad is best served immediately, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
This sesame almond romaine salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite greens. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, this salad is sure to please.
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