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Crispy Asian Sesame Broccoli Crunch Salad Easy Ramen Topping Recipe

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A quick and easy broccoli salad featuring a crunchy toasted ramen topping and a nutty Asian sesame dressing, perfect as a side or snack with a fresh, satisfying texture.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 package uncooked ramen noodles, seasoning packet discarded, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted (optional)
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the broccoli florets under cold water and dry thoroughly (about 5 minutes). Chop into roughly 1-inch bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the uncooked ramen noodles broken into small pieces. Toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant (about 4-5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, toast the slivered almonds (if using) until lightly browned (about 3 minutes). Add the sesame seeds last and toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  4. Shred the carrot using a box grater or food processor. Thinly slice the green onions, separating white and green parts if desired.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes if using. Adjust sweetness or saltiness to taste.
  6. Add shredded carrot, green onions, toasted ramen noodles, almonds, and sesame seeds to the broccoli bowl. Pour the dressing over the top.
  7. Toss gently using salad tongs or two large spoons until everything is evenly coated with dressing. Serve soon after to keep ramen topping crunchy.

Notes

Toast ramen noodles and nuts carefully over medium heat to avoid burning. Dry broccoli thoroughly to maintain crunch. Assemble salad just before serving to keep ramen topping crispy. For softer broccoli, blanch for 1 minute and shock in ice water before drying. Use tamari and maple syrup for a gluten-free and vegan version.

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Keywords: broccoli salad, Asian salad, sesame salad, ramen topping, crunchy salad, quick salad, easy side dish, healthy salad

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