Korean Spicy Salad

Korean Spicy Salad is a vibrant and zesty dish that combines fresh vegetables with a fiery and flavorful dressing, making it a perfect side or light meal. Its unique blend of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors will awaken your taste buds and add a delightful crunch to your dining experience.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped green onion, and fresh cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and lime juice until well combined.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring all vegetables are coated.
4. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top and give the salad a final mix.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from chili flakes and garlic.

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