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Asian Cabbage Slaw {Chinese Ramen Noodle Salad}

1/3/14

Asian Cabbage Slaw {Chinese Ramen Noodle Salad} makes the perfect light and refreshing salad. Best of all, it’s so easy to make with shredded cabbage mixed with rice vinegar, lime juice and herbs. You can make this a complete meal by tossing in any protein of your choice.

Asian Cabbage Slaw makes the perfect easy and healthy dish!

Asian Cabbage Slaw used to show up at our house almost weekly. There are tons of names for this popular potluck favorite. Chinese Ramen Noodle Salad, Asian Noodle Salad…Asian Ramen Noodle Salad.

No matter what you call it, it’s seriously delicious. It has the perfect balance of salty, sour, sweet and spicy.

My mom used to make this often when we were younger. This simple side dish was one of our favorites and goes perfect with just about any dish. The best part is, it comes together super quick and you can easily customize it with anything you like or have on hand.

Asian Cabbage Slaw makes the perfect easy and healthy dish!

Recipe for Asian Cabbage Slaw

The essential ingredients are shredded crispy cabbage, carrots, cucumbers and a sweet mango.

Throw in some shelled edamame, ramen noodles and sliced almonds for that nice crunch.

Mix everything together with the refreshing and flavorful Asian/citrus dressing and loaded with fresh herbs. It’s a great dish for using up some leftover protein – we had turkey the night before so that’s what I used but feel free to use what you like or have on hand.

Asian Cabbage Slaw makes the perfect easy and healthy dish!

See? Super easy to throw together. Plus, you don’t have to worry about keeping it refrigerated. It’s best served cold but also tastes great at room temperature.

Shredded cabbage salads are awesome because they hold up well after being tossed with dressing.

Asian Cabbage Slaw makes the perfect easy and healthy dish!

How awesome would this be as a packed lunch for school or work? Or if you make a large batch over the weekend, you’ll have a prepared salad ready to grab for the next few days!

 

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Asian Ramen Noodle Salad {Cabbage Slaw}
Prep Time
15 mins
Chill Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 
Asian Cabbage Slaw makes the perfect light and refreshing salad. Best of all, it's so easy to make with shredded cabbage mixed with rice vinegar, lime juice and herbs. You can make this a complete meal by tossing in any protein of your choice.
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Keyword: asian cole slaw recipe, asian salad, asian side side
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 197 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1/2 head of cabbage about 1/2 pound, shredded finely or a bag of coleslaw mix
  • 1/4 cup red cabbage finely shredded
  • 1 large carrot peeled and finely shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 mango sliced thinly
  • 1 cucumber peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 shallot or small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup toasted nuts (almonds or peanuts) thinly sliced or chopped
  • 1/2 package of crunchy ramen noodles broken into smaller pieces (seasoning packet discarded)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds optional for topping
  • 3/4 pound leftover cooked turkey, shredded
Dressing
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 Tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce tamari or fish sauce
  • juice of 1/2 lime
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • **1 Thai chili seeded and finely chopped or 1 Tablespoon of garlic chili sauce (sambal oelek) - optional and can be omitted if serving to those that are sensitive to spicy foods
Instructions
  1. Whisk all the ingredients for the dressing together into a medium bowl.
  2. Combine all the chopped vegetables together in a large bowl or container.
  3. Pour dressing over salad and mix well to cover. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 3 days for the flavors to meld together.[
  4. Add turkey, chopped nuts, and ramen noodles tossing well to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Top with some toasted sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts
Asian Ramen Noodle Salad {Cabbage Slaw}
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 197 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g 8%
Sodium 316mg 13%
Potassium 397mg 11%
Total Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 9g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin A 57.5%
Vitamin C 52.2%
Calcium 7.2%
Iron 5.5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

More salads:

Sriracha Asian Crunchy Ramen Noodle Salad - aka Chinese Chicken Salad - so yummy, easy & perfect for potlucks!

Crunchy Asian Ramen Noodle Salad

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Posted January 3, 2014 In Asian, Chinese, Salads

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Comments

  1. Marion - Make This Dish -

    January 3, 2014 at 7:14 am

    Love this asian twist – this is just what I need after going overboard over the holidays haha. Happy New Year Kelly!

    Reply
  2. Eva @ Eva Bakes -

    January 3, 2014 at 9:12 am

    This looks so light and refreshing, Kelly. I bet some toasted seaweed on top would make it even better! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:42 am

      Yum, toasted seaweed sounds like a fantastic idea 🙂 Thanks Eva and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend 🙂

      Reply
  3. Katy -

    January 3, 2014 at 10:22 am

    It’s always sad to pack up and leave family, I totally get that feeling since I’ve always lived apart from my extended family. But you’re right, it always does feel nice to come home and get back into the swing of things, routines, etc. This salad is right up my alley, I love asian salads and I bet it would taste awesome with peanuts or some tempeh. Oh gosh, I just looked at the recipe again and saw you wrote cashews. YES. Pinned and I’m going to add this to my lunch rotation for school this term!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:46 am

      Thanks Katy 🙂 Yum, great idea, tempeh sounds awesome with this and thanks so much for pinning 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  4. marcie -

    January 3, 2014 at 10:24 am

    Ah,yes — this is exactly what I need after the holidays, Kelly! Nice and fresh, crunchy slaws are a favorite of mine, and this one sounds so packed with flavor and I love the colors. Pinning, and Happy Friday to you!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:46 am

      Thanks so much and for pinning Marcie 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend 🙂

      Reply
  5. Consuelo @ Honey & Figs -

    January 3, 2014 at 10:34 am

    This is definitely the perfect meal to have after devouring an awfully big amount of cookies this holiday he he. It looks so fresh, crisp and delicious. And the dressing sounds awesome too. I love the Asian twist!
    Have a lovely weekend! x

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:47 am

      Thanks so much Consuelo 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend too sweetie! x

      Reply
  6. Traci -

    January 3, 2014 at 10:42 am

    This looks absolutely delicious. I am a big fan of Asian fare and this looks wonderful!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:47 am

      Thanks so much Traci 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  7. cailee @ http://hellohealthyeating.com -

    January 3, 2014 at 11:53 am

    Oh my!!! Kelly, this looks so delicious!! Nurturing and tasty for the New Year! Thanks for the recipe and I hope that you have a lovely Friday!!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:49 am

      Thanks so much Cailee 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend sweetie!

      Reply
  8. [email protected] -

    January 3, 2014 at 12:12 pm

    Hi Kelly, I’m putting this on my weekend menu. It looks so fresh and delicious… Have a great weekend!!!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:50 am

      Thanks so much Deb, hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  9. Ashley -

    January 3, 2014 at 12:38 pm

    I always feel the same way – I enjoy visiting my family but there is really no place like home. I love coming back to our house and being back to “normal.” Love the looks of this slaw Kelly – the dressing sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:51 am

      Hehe, totally agree – there’s no place like home 🙂 Thanks Ashley and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  10. Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron -

    January 3, 2014 at 1:28 pm

    The dressing on this slaw sounds really great Kelly! And I love the chopsticks in your photos, so cool! This dish sounds great, pinned! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:51 am

      Thanks so much Chelsea and for pinning 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend sweetie!

      Reply
  11. Layla @ Brunch Time Baker -

    January 3, 2014 at 1:31 pm

    I love asian salads! They are just so full of flavor! This salad looks wonderful!! 😀

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:52 am

      Thanks so much Layla 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  12. Juliana -

    January 3, 2014 at 1:54 pm

    Yes, this cabbage slaw with an Asian twist sounds and looks delicious, indeed very refreshing…
    Happy New Year Kelly 😀

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:54 am

      Thanks Juliana! Happy New Year to you as well and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend 🙂

      Reply
  13. Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods -

    January 3, 2014 at 1:59 pm

    I love slaw and this sounds so good. I love that you have added some great texture and heat with the bell pepper and chili. Oh and the dressing sounds really tasty. Happy New Year!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:54 am

      Happy New Year Cindy! Thank you, glad you like it and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend 🙂

      Reply
  14. Zainab @ Blahnik Baker -

    January 3, 2014 at 4:28 pm

    I am feeling the need to eat lighter after all the holiday feasts! This slaw is just perfect and I love the textures and colors and oh boy the heat too for this cold winter day. Happy New Year!!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:55 am

      Thanks so much Zainab, glad you like it 🙂 Happy New Year sweetie and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  15. [email protected] -

    January 3, 2014 at 5:11 pm

    I know your happy to be home Kelly! What a lovely salad so much color and a great way to get back into a healthy routine.. I am still struggling but I am slowly getting there..

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:57 am

      Thanks so much Shundara 🙂 Hehe, don’t worry sweetie, I am slowly trying to get back too and haven’t given up on all treats 😉

      Reply
  16. Monica -

    January 3, 2014 at 7:36 pm

    There’s definitely no place like home and your own kitchen! Glad you’re settling back in. This is definitely the type of salad I want right now. I love slaw with a ginger dressing, very similar to this. Thanks for the inspiration! I have to get on it!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 6:59 am

      Thanks so much Monica – hehe totally agree, I definitely missed my kitchen 🙂 Yum, a ginger dressing sounds awesome! Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend 🙂

      Reply
  17. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor -

    January 3, 2014 at 7:47 pm

    I love how this slaw looks so fresh and flavorful! Thanks for sharing, Kelly!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:00 am

      Thanks Ashley! Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend 🙂

      Reply
  18. Julie @ This Gal Cooks -

    January 3, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    Cilantro or mint leaves. Now that’s a tough decision as I love both! Guess I could always make it once with cilantro and once with mint, right? Thanks for sharing this recipe, Kelly! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:02 am

      Hehe, sounds like a plan to me or you can even add both cilantro and mint if you really can’t choose between them 🙂 Thanks so much for pinning Julie and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend sweetie 🙂

      Reply
  19. Kathy -

    January 3, 2014 at 8:41 pm

    Looks delicious! It is so nice to get back on track with healthy eating after the holidays! Pinning!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:03 am

      Thanks so much Kathy and for pinning 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  20. Liz -

    January 3, 2014 at 9:08 pm

    I know I’m glad to be home…at least for a few weeks. We finally put away most of our Christmas decor…and looking forward to getting back to normal. I love Asian salads…and yours looks perfect!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:04 am

      Hehe, we still need to put away our Christmas decor but looking forward to getting back to normal too 🙂 Thanks so much Liz and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  21. Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen -

    January 3, 2014 at 11:15 pm

    Asian Cabbage Salad is one of my very favorite salads EVER – but I always buy it packaged and have never made it. This post is changing all that! Pinning! Thanks for posting one of my most favorite things!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:05 am

      I’m so glad you like it and hope you give it a try 🙂 Thanks so much for pinning Kristi and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  22. Amy Tong -

    January 4, 2014 at 12:55 am

    Happy New Year! Love your light and refreshing slaw! What a great start to 2014!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:05 am

      Thanks so much and Happy New Year Amy 🙂

      Reply
  23. Sherri @The Well Floured Kitchen -

    January 4, 2014 at 8:40 am

    This looks delicious and a refreshing twist after all the heavy holiday foods. I like the sound of the citrus dressing. It’s also an inexpensive dish, for those of us looking to save money 2014. Love it!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:07 am

      Thanks so much Sherri, so glad you like this:) Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  24. Jessica @ Jessiker Bakes -

    January 4, 2014 at 5:18 pm

    This looks so refreshing but tasty! Lighter meals after Christmas dinners especially those with family are what I always end up craving.

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:08 am

      Thanks so much Jessica 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  25. Lawyer Loves Lunch -

    January 4, 2014 at 5:30 pm

    I love the light and flavorful dressing on this slaw! It’s the perfect break after all of the holiday treats!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:10 am

      Thanks so much Azmina, so glad to hear you like this 🙂 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  26. Allie | Baking a Moment -

    January 4, 2014 at 6:08 pm

    I’m so glad to hear you had such a nice holiday season! And now you are home safe and sound. It does feel good to get back into our routines again. This salad is exactly what I want to eat, right now! I love all the flavors and colors. Beautiful!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:12 am

      Thanks so much Allie, it’s so nice to be home and we are still slowly easing back into our routines 🙂 Thanks sweetie, so glad you like this and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend! xo

      Reply
  27. Anne ~ Uni Homemaker -

    January 4, 2014 at 6:18 pm

    I’ve been eating a lot of veggies too after the holidays. Too much sweets and heavy rich food that this slaw is a nice refreshing change. I would keep the Thai chili. It’ll give it that nice kick to the salad. 😀 Pinned! Enjoy what’s left of the weekend Kelly and I will see you (virtually) next week my dear friend. 😉

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:15 am

      Hehe, yes, I definitely over indulged over the holidays so trying to add some lighter meals into our rotation 🙂 Thanks so much for pinning sweetie, hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend and have some time to relax sweetie! xo

      Reply
  28. Renee @Two in the Kitchen -

    January 4, 2014 at 7:01 pm

    I am with you on needing to eat lighter, more balanced meals Kelly! I am so going to make this slaw! After the heavy meals I have been eating lately, this looks so refreshing!!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:29 am

      Thanks so much Renee – hehe I definitely had my fair share of heavy meals and sweet treats over the holidays 🙂 So glad you like this and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply
  29. Emma -

    January 5, 2014 at 5:22 am

    Happy New Year 🙂 This looks like a lovely light meal, something much needed after all the rich food of the holidays. In a way I agree it is nice to get back to normality and to return home to a much healthier meal plan and like you said a cookie or a slice of cake occasionally never hurts 😀

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 5, 2014 at 7:31 am

      Happy New Year Emma 🙂 Thanks so much sweetie! Hehe – so glad you to hear you agree about the occasional cookie and cake too 😉 Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend! xo

      Reply
  30. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl -

    January 5, 2014 at 1:49 pm

    Happy New Year Kelly to you and your beautiful family! This recipe looks lovely, love all the fresh colors and I especially love that cilantro added in, I’m crazy about it right now!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 6, 2014 at 7:01 pm

      Thanks so much sweetie, happy new year to you, Matthew and your adorable kitties! So glad you like this and hope you have a great week 🙂

      Reply
  31. Zoe -

    January 5, 2014 at 8:50 pm

    Hi Kelly,

    I like coleslaw and also like your non-creamy Asian version as it is equally flavorsome and totally less guilty to indulge.

    Zoe

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 7, 2014 at 7:01 am

      Thanks Zoe 🙂 Hope you have a great week!

      Reply
  32. [email protected] -

    January 5, 2014 at 9:31 pm

    Happy New Year Kelly! I am definitely feeling like eating some lighter meals after all those holiday indulgences. Love how light and fresh this Asian slaw looks!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 7, 2014 at 7:03 am

      Happy New Year Christin! Hehe, same here, we are trying to lighten up a few of our meals to make up for all the treats we had over the holidays 🙂 Thank you and hope you have a great week!

      Reply
  33. Nami | Just One Cookbook -

    January 6, 2014 at 11:38 pm

    Your dressing sounds excellent! I make both Western and Asian slaw, and kids always prefer Asian one maybe because they are used to Asian seasonings. This is a great refreshing salad. Looks really delicious!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 7, 2014 at 7:40 am

      Thanks so much Nami, I can imagine how tasty both of your slaws taste 🙂 Hope you have have a great week and Happy New Year!

      Reply
  34. Tamara Coleman -

    January 7, 2014 at 12:21 am

    Im making an asian slaw tomorrow night to go on top of my teriyaki tacos for Taco Tuesday! 🙂 It’s similar to yours! YUM!! 🙂
    http://www.prettybitchescancooktoo.com

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 7, 2014 at 7:30 am

      Yum, the teriyaki tacos sound awesome!:)

      Reply
  35. Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats -

    January 10, 2014 at 3:01 pm

    YUM! This dish sounds so light and healthy, love it Kelly! My mom use to make something like this, but I love all the veggies you have in yours. Pinning and can’t wait to try. Hope you’ve had a good start to 2014! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 11, 2014 at 9:00 am

      Yum, I can imagine the one your mom makes tastes fabulous too 🙂 Thanks so much for pinning Krista, yes we have had a good start to the year so far, it’s just been really cold but finally warming up – yay! Hope you have had a good start to 2014 so far too sweetie 🙂

      Reply
  36. Chastity @ My Rays of Sunshine -

    January 10, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    I eat cabbage slaw everyday and I’m definitely adding your dressing to it! I’ve been using store bought dressing, but yours sounds delicious (and coming from you, I know it is)!

    Have a wonderful 2014, Kelly! I always look forward to your posts!

    Cheers!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 11, 2014 at 9:02 am

      Aaw, you’re always so so sweet Chastity 🙂 Same here, thank you so much and hope you and your family have a a wonderful 2014 too! Have a great weekend!

      Reply
  37. [email protected] -

    January 11, 2014 at 4:07 pm

    This looks so light and refreshing, Kelly! What a delicious side dish!!

    Reply
    • Kelly -

      January 11, 2014 at 8:35 pm

      Thanks so much Cathy and hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend!

      Reply

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