Ssam Salad

Ssam Salad is a vibrant Korean dish that combines fresh vegetables, protein-rich ingredients, and a flavorful dressing, making it both nutritious and satisfying. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• Romaine lettuce - 100g
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Radish - 50g, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100g, halved
• Cooked chicken breast - 150g, shredded
• Tofu - 100g, cubed
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro - 10g, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cucumber, carrot, radish, and cherry tomatoes.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the dressing.
3. Add the shredded chicken breast and cubed tofu to the salad bowl.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
5. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped cilantro on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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