Daikon Salad

Daikon Salad is a refreshing and low-carb Japanese breakfast dish that perfectly combines the crispness of daikon radish with the umami flavors of soy sauce and sesame. This light and nutritious salad is ideal for starting your day on a healthy note.

Ingredients

• Daikon radish - 200 grams
• Carrot - 50 grams
• Cucumber - 50 grams
• Green onion - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Peel the daikon radish and carrot, then julienne both into thin strips.
2. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds, then cut each round into quarters.
3. Finely chop the green onion, using both the white and green parts.
4. In a large bowl, combine the julienned daikon, carrot, cucumber, and chopped green onion.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and salt to create the dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.
• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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