Broccoli and Ramen Noodle Salad Crunchy Broccoli and Ramen Slaw Salad with Sweet Soy Dressing Ingredients: 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small 1 package (3 oz) ramen noodles, crushed (do not cook) 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup sliced almonds (toasted, optional) 1/3 cup neutral oil (like canola or vegetable) 3 tbsp rice vinegar 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil Ramen seasoning packet (optional, use half or none for lower sodium) Salt and pepper to taste Directions: In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, carrots, red cabbage, green onions, sunflower seeds, and almonds. Add crushed ramen noodles directly to the mix (uncooked). In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ramen seasoning (if using). Pour dressing over the salad and toss well to coat. Let sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow noodles to slightly soften and flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 295 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #ramensalad #broccolisalad #crunchysalad #easybbqsides #potluckrecipes #coleslawtwist #saladseason #noodlesalad #sidedishideas #asianinspiredsalad #quicklunchrecipe #picnicrecipes #ramenslaw #sweetsoydressing #healthyish #easyfreshsalad #veggielunch #saladwithcrunch #homemadesalad #coldsalad This Broccoli and Ramen Noodle Salad is a crunchy, tangy dream! No cooking required, just toss, chill, and enjoy the flavor explosion

Creamy Cucumber and Onion Salad Refreshing Creamy Cucumber and Sweet Onion Salad with Dill Ingredients: 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill) 1 teaspoon sugar Salt and pepper to taste Directions: In a large bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, dill, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth. Add thinly sliced cucumbers and onions to the bowl. Toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly with the creamy dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with extra dill if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling) Kcal: 140 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #cucumbersalad #creamyvegetables #summersalad #refreshingsalad #cucumberrecipes #onionsalad #easyrecipes #healthysides #vegetableside #dillsalad #saladdressing #potluckrecipes #lightmeal #freshflavors #saladlover #sidedishideas #homemade #coolandsmooth #simplecooking #familyfavorites Cool down this summer with a refreshing Creamy Cucumber and Onion Salad — crisp cucumbers, sweet onions, and a tangy dill dressing! 🥒🧅🌿

Pickled Ginger Sweet & Tangy Homemade Pickled Ginger (Gari) Ingredients: 1 cup young ginger, peeled and thinly sliced 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup rice vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup water Directions: Peel the ginger using a spoon or paring knife and slice it as thin as possible (a mandoline helps!). Sprinkle the sliced ginger with salt and let it sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse the ginger under cold water and drain well. In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and water. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat. Place the ginger slices in a clean glass jar. Pour the warm vinegar mixture over the ginger until fully submerged. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then seal the jar and refrigerate. Allow the ginger to pickle for at least 24 hours before using. It gets better over a few days! Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus resting) | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 1 day Kcal: 25 kcal per 1 tbsp | Servings: Makes about 1 cup #pickledginger #gari #sushitoppings #homemadecondiments #gingerlover #japanesecuisine #asianpickles #quickpickles #gingerbenefits #ricevinegarrecipes #cleaneating #easyfermentation #sushirecipes #guthealth #naturalpreservatives #tangyandsweet #sidedishideas #healthykitchen #flavorenhancer #homemadesushi Say hello to your sushi’s new best friend! 🍣 This Homemade Pickled Ginger is fresh, zingy, and surprisingly easy to make 🌸✨

Spiced Orange Cranberry Sauce Holiday Spiced Cranberry Sauce with Fresh Orange Zest and Warm Cinnamon Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) fresh cranberries 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon orange zest 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg Pinch of salt Directions: Rinse the cranberries and discard any that are soft or shriveled. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, orange juice, water, orange zest, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Add the cranberries and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until most of them have burst and the sauce has thickened. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 17 minutes Kcal: 110 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cranberrysauce #thanksgivingrecipes #holidaydishes #sidedish #cranberries #festiverecipes #homemadesauce #orangezest #spicedcranberries #holidayflavors #thanksgivingdinner #freshcranberries #easycranberrysauce #makeahead #holidaymealprep #christmasrecipes #fallrecipes #sidedishideas #sweetandtart #holidayseason This Spiced Orange Cranberry Sauce is the holiday upgrade your table needs! 🍊🍂✨ Bright, tart, and kissed with cinnamon and cloves.