Cold Sesame Ramen Salad with Grilled Avocado

A refreshing and flavorful summer salad featuring cold ramen noodles tossed in a creamy sesame dressing, topped with smoky grilled avocado, crisp cucumber, and sweet carrots.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Calories

585

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.29

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Snack•Salad

Cuisine:

Asian•Japanese

Cooking Style:

Grilling

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

8ozRamen Noodles(Dried ramen noodles, discard seasoning packet)

£0.65

2Avocado(Halved and pitted)

£2.00

1Cucumber(Thinly sliced)

£0.80

1cupCarrots(Shredded)

£0.30

2tablespoonsSesame Oil(For grilling avocado)

£0.15

1tablespoonSesame Seeds(For garnish)

£0.10

2Green Onions(Thinly sliced, for garnish)

£0.50

3tablespoonsRice Vinegar

£0.10

2tablespoonsSoy Sauce(Low sodium preferred)

£0.05

3tablespoonsMayonnaise(Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie) is best, but regular works too. Use vegan mayonnaise for a vegan option.)

£0.10

1tablespoonSesame Oil(For the dressing)

£0.15

1tablespoonHoney(Or maple syrup for vegan)

£0.05

1cloveGarlic(Minced)

£0.05

1teaspoonGinger(Grated)

£0.10

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Optional, for a little heat)

£0.05

Total Cost

£5.15

£1.29 per serving

The Method

1
Cook ramen noodles according to package directions, omitting seasoning packet. Drain and rinse with cold water until completely cooled. Set aside.
2
While noodles are cooking, prepare the sesame dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, mayonnaise, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
3
Brush the cut sides of the avocado halves with sesame oil. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the avocado halves, cut-side down, for 2-3 minutes, or until grill marks appear. Remove from grill and let cool slightly, then slice each half into 4-5 slices.
4
In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled ramen noodles, sliced cucumber, and shredded carrots.
5
Pour the sesame dressing over the noodles and vegetables. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
6
Divide the salad among serving bowls. Top each bowl with grilled avocado slices, sesame seeds, and sliced green onions.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (350g)

585 kcal / 2447 kJ

Carbs

52g

20% of RDA

Fat

38g

54% of RDA

Protein

15g

30% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

10 g

33% of RDA

Sugar

12 g

13% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

6 g

30% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds to the salad.

Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers, edamame, or bean sprouts.

This salad is best served immediately, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The avocado is best served immediately though.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.

For a complete meal, add grilled tofu or tempeh.

Cooking Equipment

Grill or Grill Pan

Large Pot

Mixing Bowl

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds to the salad.

Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers, edamame, or bean sprouts.

This salad is best served immediately, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The avocado is best served immediately though.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.

For a complete meal, add grilled tofu or tempeh.

Cold Sesame Ramen Salad with Grilled Avocado

Ingredients

The Method