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This Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe is crunchy, sweet, savory, and always one of the first dishes to disappear at potlucks and family gatherings. Made with coleslaw mix, crunchy ramen noodles, sliced almonds, sunflower seeds, and a flavorful homemade dressing, this easy salad is packed with texture and flavor.

Whether you’re heading to a cookout, holiday gathering, church potluck, or backyard BBQ, this crunchy ramen slaw is an easy make-ahead side dish everyone loves.

Servings, Prep Time & Cook Time

Servings: 8–10

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Why You’ll Love This Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe

  • Loaded with crunch
  • Perfect potluck side dish
  • Easy make-ahead recipe
  • Sweet and savory dressing
  • Great for holidays and BBQs
  • Simple pantry ingredients

Ingredients for Ramen Noodle Salad

The Crunchy Salad Base

1 bag coleslaw mix

1 large bunch green onions, chopped

The coleslaw mix provides a crisp, fresh base while green onions add mild onion flavor.

The Crunchy Add-Ins

¾ cup sliced almonds

½ cup sunflower seeds

Ramen noodles from 1 chicken ramen soup mix

The almonds, seeds, and crushed ramen noodles create the signature crunch that makes this salad so addictive.

The Homemade Dressing

2 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons vinegar

½ cup vegetable oil

1 chicken ramen seasoning packet

2 tablespoons soy sauce

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon pepper

The ramen seasoning adds incredible flavor while the vinegar and soy sauce balance the sweetness perfectly.

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Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe: Crunchy Asian Coleslaw Salad with Ramen Noodles

This Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe is crunchy, sweet, savory, and always one of the first dishes to disappear at potlucks and family gatherings. Made with coleslaw mix, crunchy ramen noodles, sliced almonds, sunflower seeds, and a flavorful homemade dressing, this easy salad is packed with texture and flavor.
Whether you're heading to a cookout, holiday gathering, church potluck, or backyard BBQ, this crunchy ramen slaw is an easy make-ahead side dish everyone loves.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 bag of coleslaw mix
  • 1 large bunch green onions
  • ¾ C sliced almonds
  • Ramen noodles from ramen chicken noodle soup mix
  • ½ C sunflower seeds
  • Dressing
  • 2 TBSP sugar
  • 2 TBSP vinegar
  • ½ C vegetable oil
  • 1 package of ramen chicken seasoning from soup mix
  • 2 TBSP soy sauce
  • ¼ tsp. Salt
  • ¼ tsp. Pepper

Instructions

  • Put coleslaw in a large bowl
  • Chop green onions and add to the bowl
  • Add seeds, almonds and noodles and mix
  • Add all ingredients for the dressing to a jar and shake well
  • Add dressing right before serving and toss well
  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated…do not pour dressing till serving

How to Make Ramen Noodle Salad

Start by adding the coleslaw mix to a large serving bowl. Chop the green onions and add them along with the sliced almonds, sunflower seeds, and crushed ramen noodles.

In a mason jar or small bowl, combine the sugar, vinegar, vegetable oil, ramen seasoning packet, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk until fully blended.

For the best texture, keep the dressing separate until you’re ready to serve. When ready, pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat every bite.

What to Serve with Ramen Noodle Salad

This crunchy salad pairs beautifully with:

• Easy Chuck Roast Stew Recipe

It’s also delicious alongside:

• Grilled chicken

• Pulled pork sandwiches

• Burgers and hot dogs

• BBQ ribs

Storage & Reheating

Storage

Store the salad and dressing separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezing

Not recommended.

Reheating

Serve cold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes. Keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain the crunch.

Do I cook the ramen noodles?

No. The noodles are added dry and provide texture.

Can I use a different ramen flavor?

Yes, but chicken flavor is the traditional choice.

Can I add chicken?

Absolutely. Shredded chicken turns this into a complete meal.

Final Thoughts

This Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe is crunchy, flavorful, and always a crowd favorite. With crisp vegetables, toasted nuts, crunchy ramen noodles, and a sweet-savory dressing, it’s the perfect potluck side dish for any occasion.

If you make this recipe, tag us so we can see. We love seeing how you style your food and bring a little Southern hospitality into your home.

Enjoy!

McKaylee & Michele
MckMich Collective