RAMEN NOODLE SALAD

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With added crunch from ramen noodles and sunflower seeds, plus a sweet, glossy dressing, this lively salad is a definite crowd-pleaser! -Beverly Sprague, Baltimore, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 packages (3 ounces each) ramen noodles
2 tablespoons butter
1 bunch romaine, torn (7 cups)
1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets (4 cups)
6 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup sunflower kernels

Steps:

Whisk together first 5 ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., Discard seasoning packet from noodles or save for another use. Break noodles into small pieces. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add noodles; saute until golden brown., Combine romaine, broccoli, onions, sunflower kernels and noodles. Just before serving, whisk dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.