Walnut, Cabbage and Udon Noodle Salad
Description
This crisp salad couldn’t be more simple to prepare with its colorful medley of shredded vegetables and thick hearty noodles. The walnuts provide a satisfying crunch!
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 12-ounce package udon noodles
- 2 quarts sliced or chopped Napa cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup finely sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup roasted California walnuts (roughly chopped or pulsed in food processor)
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup roasted walnut oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (reduced-sodium)
- 1/8 cup (or to taste) Thai garlic-chili sauce (This prepared sauce can be found in most major grocery stores)
- Sea or kosher salt to taste
PREPARATION
- Whisk dressing ingredients together and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Cook udon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Toss walnuts, noodles, vegetables and herbs together. Add enough dressing to coat vegetables and walnuts, and serve.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 480 cal
- Total Fat: 27 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 660 mg
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Dietary Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 12 g