Frozen edamame is a quick and easy substitute for fresh. Just drain and dry it with a kitchen towel before adding to greens, to prevent the salad from getting water logged.
1package ramen noodlesjust noodles; not seasoning pack
3ouncesslivered almonds
½cupsunflower seeds
¼cupmargarine or buttermelted
1bag shredded cabbage
1bag shredded broccoli
1cupfresh or frozen edamamethawed
4scallionschopped
½cuprice wine vinegar
2tablespoonslow-sodium soy sauce
¾cupsugar
¾cupsoybean oil
Instructions
Crunchy Topping:
Preheat oven to 350°F
Break up ramen noodle block, and mix with almonds, sunflower seeds, and margarine. Place on a baking sheet, and bake at 350°F for 12 to 15 minutes, or until until golden brown. Cool and set aside.
Salad:
In a large mixing bowl, add cabbage, broccoli, edamame, and scallions.
Asian Vinaigrette:
Mix sugar and vinegar together. Combine soy sauce with oil, and slowly whisk it into the sugar mixture to emulsify.
Pour dressing over salad mix right before serving, and garnish with crunchy topping.