Crunchy Romaine Salad Recipe

Name: Crunchy Romaine Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 heads romaine lettuce; 1/2 head broccoli; 5 -6 green onions (scallions); 2 packets ramen noodles (any flavor); 1 cup walnut pieces; 1/2 cup butter; DRESSING; 1 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1/2 cup sugar; 3 -4 tablespoons soy sauce

Servings: persons

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["Wash romaine and cut into bite size pieces.", "Roll up in a clean dry towel and refrigerate for several hours.", "(This makes the lettuce super crisp) Slice the green onion into thin rings.", "Chop the broccoli, stems and flowers, into small pieces.", "Break the ramen noodles up into small pieces.", "(I leave it in the bag and whack it with a kitchen mallet.) Remove flavor envelope from ramen packet and throw away.", "Melt butter in a large deep skillet.", "Add ramen noodles and walnuts and stir and cook over medium heat until light brown.", "Be sure to watch carefully and stir constantly- they will burn easily.", "Turn out onto a double thickness of paper towels and cool.", "Put romaine into a LARGE bowl and add broccoli, onions, ramen noodles and walnuts.", "Toss.", "Mix dressing ingredients together and add to salad.", "You make not want to use it all- I don't but some people like""wetter"" salads than I do.", "Use your own taste as a guideline."]

1598

kcal

Calories

124

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 heads romaine lettuce, 1/2 head broccoli, 5 -6 green onions (scallions), 2 packets ramen noodles (any flavor), and more.

Yes, Crunchy Romaine Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crunchy Romaine Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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