Ramen Noodle Salad

Name: Ramen Noodle Salad with Peanuts
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/3 cup white sugar; 3/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/3 cup white vinegar; 2 (3 oz) packages chicken flavor instant ramen noodles; 1/2 packet chicken ramen seasoning (from one of the ramen packages); 16 oz coleslaw mix; 3 scallions, chopped; 1 cup dry roasted peanuts

Ramen noodle salad is a crunchy, addictive side dish that combines crushed instant ramen noodles with coleslaw mix, roasted peanuts, and a sweet-tangy vinaigrette. The contrast between crispy noodles and creamy dressing makes it a crowd-pleasing complement to any meal.

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Total

10 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$17–$28

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Ingredients

1/3 cup white sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup white vinegar
2 (3 oz) packages chicken flavor instant ramen noodles
1/2 packet chicken ramen seasoning (from one of the ramen packages)
16 oz coleslaw mix
3 scallions, chopped
1 cup dry roasted peanuts

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Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, combine the white sugar, vegetable oil, and white vinegar to start the dressing.
2
Add about half of one chicken flavor seasoning packet from the ramen to the dressing mixture.
3
Whisk the dressing ingredients together until well combined and set aside.
4
Place the two blocks of dry ramen noodles into a zip-top bag.
5
Seal the bag and crush the noodles into small pieces.
6
In a large salad bowl, add the crushed ramen noodles.
7
Add the coleslaw mix and chopped scallions to the bowl.
8
Add the dry roasted peanuts.
9
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients, toss to combine, and refrigerate before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Crush ramen noodles while still in the package for even, bite-sized pieces, then open and add directly to the bowl.
Whisk the vinaigrette thoroughly to fully dissolve the sugar and incorporate the ramen seasoning before tossing.
Add dressing just before serving to keep noodles crispy; coleslaw will release moisture over time.
Chop scallions just before assembly to preserve their sharp flavor and bright color.

Substitutions

White vinegar → rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar (slightly different tang, but equally effective)
Vegetable oil → canola oil or sunflower oil (neutral flavor, same function)
Dry roasted peanuts → sunflower seeds, cashews, or sliced almonds (similar crunch and texture)
Chicken flavor ramen → beef or shrimp flavor (adjust seasoning packet quantity to taste)

Storage & make-ahead

Store undressed salad components in separate containers; keep noodles in an airtight container and dressing in a jar. Assemble up to 2 hours before serving. Do not refrigerate after dressing or noodles will soften.

Common Questions

Can I make ramen noodle salad ahead of time?

Yes, but keep noodles separate from dressing until just before serving to maintain crunchiness. Store dressed salad in an airtight container for up to 4 hours.