Thai Ramen Chopped Salad

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 11
Thai Ramen Chopped Salad - A fusion dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner
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Prep

15 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 packages chicken-flavored ramen noodles
8 ounces cooked chicken breasts ( shredded or chopped )
2 cans mandarin oranges , undrained
1 red pepper
2 carrots
1/2 head romaine lettuce
1 can pitted black olives , undrained
3 green onions , chopped
1 1/2 cups salted peanuts
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons sesame oil ( to taste )
1 package egg roll wraps ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
540
Sugar
22g
Fat
27g
Thai Ramen Chopped Salad is a fusion dish that combines the flavors of Thai cuisine with the convenience of Ramen noodles. The dish is hearty and filling, with lots of veggies and protein. The flavors of the sesame oil and dry mustard give it a distinct taste, and the addition of mandarin oranges and olives adds a hint of sweetness. This is a great recipe to try out if you're looking for a new twist on traditional salads. Serve with egg roll wraps on the side for a fun and tasty addition.

Instructions

1.Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions and let cool
2.Chop the red pepper, carrots, romaine lettuce, and green onions and add to a large salad bowl
3.Drain the mandarin oranges and add to the salad bowl
4.Open and add the can of pitted black olives
5.Crush the ramen noodles into small pieces and add to the salad bowl
6.Add the shredded or chopped cooked chicken to the salad bowl
7.In a separate bowl, mix together the seasoning packets from the ramen noodles with dry mustard and sesame oil
8.Pour the seasoning mixture over the salad and toss until coated
9.Add the salted peanuts and toss again
10.Optional: Serve with egg roll wraps
11.

PROS

This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken and veggies, and the fusion of Thai and Ramen flavors is unique and delicious.
It can be prepared in advance and makes for a great lunch or dinner option.

CONS

This salad can be high in sodium due to the ramen seasoning packets and olives.
The addition of egg roll wraps can make it even more calorie-dense.
Use low-sodium options and enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The salad is a good source of protein from the chicken and peanuts, as well as vitamin C and beta-carotene from the red pepper and carrots. The sesame oil also provides healthy fats. However, the high sodium content should be considered for those with high blood pressure.

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