Crunchy Romaine Toss

This crunchy romaine toss includes broccoli, romaine lettuce, and an Asian-style sweet and sour dressing. Ramen noodles make an even crunchier salad.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 557 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 3 teaspoons soy sauce
• 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 bunch broccoli, coarsely chopped
• 1 (3 ounce) package uncooked ramen noodles, crushed
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup red wine vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add walnuts and ramen noodles; cook and stir until toasted, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate; set aside until cooled.

Step 2

Whisk vegetable oil, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl.

Step 3

Combine romaine lettuce, broccoli, walnut-ramen noodle mixture, and green onions in a large serving bowl. Add vinaigrette; toss to coat.