Korean Herb Salad

Korean Herb Salad is a vibrant and refreshing appetizer that combines a variety of fresh herbs and vegetables, seasoned with a tangy sesame dressing. This dish is not only light and nutritious but also bursting with flavors that awaken the palate.

Ingredients

• Perilla leaves - 20g
• Spinach - 50g
• Watercress - 30g
• Cucumber - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Radish - 50g, julienned
• Carrot - 50g, julienned
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the perilla leaves, spinach, and watercress under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. In a large bowl, combine the perilla leaves, spinach, watercress, sliced cucumber, julienned radish, and carrot.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the herbs and vegetables are coated.
5. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 590 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh herbs and vegetables.
• Low in calories while high in fiber, promoting digestion.

Tags