Spicy Radish Salad

Spicy Radish Salad is a vibrant and refreshing Korean dish that packs a punch with its zesty flavors and crunchy texture. This vegan salad is perfect for a light lunch, offering a delightful balance of heat and tang.

Ingredients

• Korean radish (mu) - 200 grams, julienned
• Carrot - 50 grams, julienned
• Cucumber - 50 grams, julienned
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru) - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, toasted
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the julienned Korean radish, carrot, cucumber, and chopped green onion.
2. In a separate small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and maple syrup to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
4. Add salt to taste and mix again.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Before serving, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C from radishes.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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