Keto Shiso Salad

Keto Shiso Salad is a refreshing and aromatic Japanese-inspired salad that highlights the unique flavor of shiso leaves, complemented by crisp vegetables and a savory sesame dressing. Perfect for a light meal or side dish, it embraces the principles of the ketogenic diet while offering an authentic taste of Japan.

Ingredients

• Shiso leaves - 30 grams (about 15 leaves)
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Radish - 100 grams, julienned
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash the shiso leaves gently under cold water, pat them dry, and then stack them together. Roll them tightly and slice thinly to create shreds.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, julienned radish, diced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
3. Add the shredded shiso leaves to the bowl and toss gently to mix the ingredients.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from shiso leaves, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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