Broccoli Slaw Recipe

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s an overview of the simple ingredients we’re using. Jump to the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts and printable instructions. 

• Ramen Noodles: You can use any ramen noodle you like. I buy the packs at the store and just throw out the spice packet.
• Broccoli: I use a package of broccoli slaw that includes shredded carrots but if you can’t find it ready prepared, you can buy a head of broccoli and shred it yourself (see instructions below).
• Almonds: I recommend using sliced or slivered almonds in this salad. 
• Onion: Thinly sliced green onions work best in this slaw as they have a great mild flavor. However, you could substitute with a shallot or red onion.
• Oil: There are 2 different oils used in the dressing. First use either olive or avocado oil as the base for the dressing. Then add sesame oil for flavor.
• Soy Sauce: I love adding soy sauce for the salty element as it adds a depth of flavor. I recommend using a low sodium soy sauce.
• Vinegar: Rice vinegar adds the sour, sharpness to balance out the sweet and salty flavors.
• Ginger: I prefer to use freshly grated root ginger which gives the best flavor. You can substitute with ginger powder if you can’t find fresh.

Recipe Modifications

• Beans: You can add beans to this slaw. Try white beans, black beans or chickpeas.
• Cabbage: Cabbage is a nice addition to this slaw. Try red shredded cabbage or green cabbage.
• Vegetables: There are a variety of other vegetables you can add like radish, celery, bell peppers or tomatoes.
• Fruit: To sweeten this salad you can add apples, dried cranberries, dried apricots, grapes or berries.
• Dressing: You can create an apple cider vinegar dressing but subbing the rice vinegar for apple cider vinegar or try a creamy dressing using mayonnaise.
• Other Ingredients: Some other ingredients you might like in this salad are sun-dried tomatoes, fresh tomatoes, pickled red onion or pickled vegetables.

How to Make Broccoli Slaw

Step 1: Bake Noodles: Start by heating the oven to 350°F.  Break the ramen noodles into small chunks and place on a cookie sheet and place the sheet into the hot oven to bake for 5 minutes. Next stir in the sliced almonds and bake for a further 3 to 5 minutes until the almonds become lightly toasted.

Step 2: Prepare Vegetables: Pour the pack of broccoli slaw into a large bowl and combine with the freshly chopped cilantro and green onions.  

Step 3: Prepare Dressing: Now prepare the dressing by pouring all the ingredients into a blender, and blend together for 10 seconds or you can add to a bowl and whisk. Pour the dressing into a jar or bottle and set aside until you are ready to dress the salad.

Step 4: Dress Salad: 30 minutes before you are ready to serve, toss the salad with as much of the dressing as you would like to use. Then refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes before serving, this will allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5: Serve: When you are ready to serve the salad, remove the bowl from the refrigerator and give everything a final stir before topping with the toasted noodles and almonds.