Kristins Crunchy Romaine Toss Food

CRUNCHY ROMAINE TOSS

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As the soup simmers I throw together Crunchy Romaine Toss," she notes. Ramen noodles, broccoli and nuts get a unique treatment in this salad from a sweet-tart dressing. "Guests always ask for the recipe," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
1 package (3 ounces) ramen noodles, broken
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 cups chopped broccoli
1 small bunch romaine, torn
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the sugar, oil, vinegar, soy sauce, salt and pepper; shake well. Discard seasoning packet from noodles or save for another use. In a skillet, saute noodles in butter until golden. In a large bowl, combine noodles, broccoli, romaine and onions. Just before serving, toss with dressing and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts :

CRUNCHY ROMAINE TOSS

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This is a great crunchy salad that goes well with spaghetti or steak. The homemade dressing makes it even better!

Provided by Susan LeBlanc

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

¼ cup unsalted butter
1 (3 ounce) package uncooked ramen noodles, crushed
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup white sugar
½ cup red wine vinegar
3 teaspoons soy sauce
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
1 bunch broccoli, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir ramen noodles and walnuts until toasted, about 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a plate lined with paper towels and set aside until cooled.
Whisk together vegetable oil, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Combine ramen noodle and walnut mixture with lettuce, broccoli, and green onions in a large serving bowl. Pour in the dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 43.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 246.9 mg, Sugar 27.6 g

CRUNCHY ROMAINE TOSS

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Make and share this Crunchy Romaine Toss recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DanDrake

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles, uncooked,broken up (Discard flavor packet)
4 tablespoons butter
1 bunch broccoli, coarsely chopped
1 head romaine lettuce, washed,torn into pieces
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup wine vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Make the Sweet and Sour dressing and set aside (blend together the last 6 ingredients).
Brown walnuts and noodles in butter; cool on paper towels.
Combine noodles and walnuts with broccoli, romaine and onions.
Pour sweet and sour dressing over salad and toss to coat well.

CRISP ROMAINE SALAD WITH TANGY VINAIGRETTE

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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon zest and 3 tablespoons lemon juice, from 1 to 2 lemons
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 small shallot, finely diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 romaine hearts, cut into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup sliced radishes
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

Add the olive oil, vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, mustard, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to a glass jar, screw on the lid and shake vigorously to emulsify.
Add the lettuce, chives and radishes to a large serving bowl. Add about half of the dressing and toss to combine. Add the Parmigiano-Reggiano and toss once again. Season with salt a pepper to taste. Serve extra dressing on the side.