Sesame Spinach Salad

This Sesame Spinach Salad combines tender spinach with a nutty sesame dressing, offering a refreshing and nutritious dish. It's a perfect accompaniment to any meal or can be enjoyed on its own as a light lunch.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Toasted sesame seeds - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the spinach thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Add the spinach to the bowl and gently toss until the leaves are evenly coated with the dressing.
4. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad and give it another gentle toss.
5. Serve immediately or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 13 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins A and C from spinach.
• Contains healthy fats from sesame oil, which can support heart health.

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