Easy Ramen
and
Shrimp Salad

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4 Ingredients Needed:

packaged ramen noodle soup mix – 2 packages
(your choice of flavor)
(prepare noodles as directed – reserve the seasoning packets)

cooked small shrimp – 4 oz
(canned (rinsed and drained) or
frozen - shelled and cooked (thawed and drained) may be used)

crispy cooked bacon – 4 slices cooked, cooled and crumbled

vinaigrette dressing – your choice of store bought variety
(1/3 cup or to desired moistness)

Make Ahead:
- Prepare the ramen noodles as directed (reserve the seasoning packets)

- Cook 4 slices of bacon until crispy, cool and crumble

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You can complete steps 1 and 2 and prepare ahead of time:

1. Ramen noodles: prepare according to package directions and drain. Reserve seasoning packets.

2. Bacon: cook four slices until crispy, drain and crumble.

3. In a mixing bowl, combine the prepared noodles, shrimp and bacon.

4. Add the vinaigrette dressing and toss well.

5. If desired, add a sprinkling of the seasoning from the packet included with the ramen soup mix. Toss well making sure the noodles are well coated.


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Quick Meals - Menu Planner:

Main Meal Ideas:

**Serve this quick ramen noodle recipe with a side of black beans, salsa, and feta cheese and fresh focaccia bread.

** Ramen Salad with Soy Lime Coleslaw: Another quick idea is to serve this easy ramen and shrimp salad with pre-packaged shredded coleslaw drizzled with lime juice and a little soy sauce and add a sweet fruit dessert.


Quick and Light Meal Ideas (suitable for lunch or a light dinner):

** This easy noodle salad makes a quick meal when served with a bowl of soup and whole grain crackers.

** You can also team up this quick noodle salad with avocado and mango cubes sprinkled with a little grated ginger.


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Ingredient Exchanges:

With a quick exchange, you can turn this easy ramen and shrimp salad into a creamy noodle salad with little effort.

* Instead of Vinaigrette Dressing: try using Ranch Dressing, Mayonnaise or Sour Cream.


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