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Sweet and Crunchy Salad

SUBMITTED BY: Louise  PHOTO BY: MOLLE888 

"This is an easy and delicious summer salad. I usually double the recipe for parties. You can also use oriental flavored ramen noodles, if you like."
Sweet and Crunchy Salad Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 135 times with an average star rating of 4.6
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PREP TIME  15 Min
READY IN  2 Hrs 30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 (3 ounce) packages chicken flavored ramen noodles
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
  • 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained and sliced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup cashews

DIRECTIONS

  1. Place noodles in a bowl of warm water and soak for 15 minutes or until soft.
  2. Whisk together the oil, sugar, vinegar and seasoning packs.
  3. Drain the noodles and combine in a large bowl with the coleslaw, oranges, water chestnuts, green onions and sunflower seeds.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat evenly. Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours. Add cashews before serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2003 by ATELAMCK 
I really liked this salad! I didn't soak the noodles at all--they soften up in the marinade... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2003 by JMEFINN 
I made this for my family. I used sliced almonds instead of cashews and didn't soak the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2003 by Katie's mom 
Light and refreshing. The oranges are a good addition. I only made 1/2 the recipe because I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2006 by Julie  
This recipe makes a great quantity. I get asked for the recipe often. I used one package of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 26, 2004 by DTSCEP 
This is one of the best recipes I've made off this site. I took it to a family reunion today... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2003 by TRISH 
I tasted this first at a cookout. I came here to find the recipe and there it was! I can't... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2003 by LAUNA ENIX 
This was so good!!! I highly recomend this recipe for picnics and gatherings. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 1, 2003 by MARI BOYD 
I first had this salad at a "Food Day" at work. It was heaven from the first bite. I have... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2003 by MZTREE 
This is the absolute best salad ever. My husband had four helpings. We had some left overs,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2003 by Jilly 
Now one of my favorite recipes. Great for summer -- or for a taste of summer on a dreary... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Sweet and Crunchy Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 5

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 686

  • Total Fat: 38.4g
  • Cholesterol: 7mg
  • Sodium: 490mg
  • Total Carbs: 78.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 6.5g
  • Protein: 13g

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