Waka Waka Wonton Salad

I've said this before, but I've never claimed to be a "salad person".  I don't crave salad like some people.  Gosh, I wish I did though.  Instead I usually crave pizza, cookies and cake.  Bad, bad, bad.

But, this salad?  Well, this salad is one that I crave.  It is the exception.  Its light, crisp and so very fresh.  When I saw Guy Fieri make a version of it in my Better Homes and Gardens magazine last month, I knew I had to try it.

And heck, it's a little more friendly on the waistline than your typical salad with creamy dressing.  But, you know, I love those too.

And this salad feeds a crowd.  If you aren't like me who hovered over the kitchen sink eating it straight out of the bowl.  I just couldn't get enough.  The tangy dressing from the red wine vinegar just did me in.  I was taken.

If you haven't started using red wine vinegar in salad dressing, toppings on veggies or dashed on your favorite sandwich you should.  It gives everything a tang, without the fat and calories.

That is of course if you like, tang.

Waka Waka Wonton Salad
{Printable Recipe}

1 bag pre-washed cabbage/coleslaw mix

1/3 c. red wine vinegar

1/3 c. canola oil

2 t. minced garlic

1 pkg. Ramen noodles, crushed (Oriental flavored)

2 green onions, sliced

8 wonton wrappers, baked

salt

pepper

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.  Grease a baking sheet and place wonton wrappers on the baking sheet.  Take a pizza cutter and cut into strips.  Spread out on the baking sheet and bake for 5-8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.  Set aside to cool.

In a small bowl mix together red wine vinegar, canola oil, garlic, 1 t. of the Ramen noodle Oriental seasoning packet, and a pinch of salt and pepper.  Set aside.

In a large bowl combine cabbage/coleslaw mix, crushed Ramen noodles and green onions.  Pour dressing over mix and toss to coat.  Top with crispy wonton wrappers.

*If taking to a potluck or party, do not pour on the dressing until 10 minutes before eating.  This will keep the salad nice and fresh.

**Wonton wrappers can be found in the refrigerated section, next to the produce.

So tell me, what is your favorite salad?

Do you crave salad?

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