Keto Daikon Salad

Keto Daikon Salad is a refreshing and crunchy Japanese-inspired salad that incorporates the crisp texture of daikon radish with a tangy sesame dressing. Perfect for a light meal or as a side dish, this salad is low in carbs and full of flavor.

Ingredients

• Daikon radish - 200 grams, julienned
• Cucumber - 100 grams, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 50 grams, julienned
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Begin by washing and preparing the vegetables: julienne the daikon radish and carrot, and thinly slice the cucumber.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the daikon, cucumber, carrot, and chopped green onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the vegetables are evenly coated.
5. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish and serve immediately, or let it chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 9 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories and carbohydrates, making it ideal for a keto diet.
• Rich in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.

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