Keto Thai Cucumber Salad

Keto Thai Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines crisp cucumbers with a zesty dressing, perfect for a light snack or side dish. This low-carb salad is bursting with flavors of lime, fish sauce, and fresh herbs, making it a delightful and healthy option for those following a ketogenic diet.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 1 large (about 300g)
• Red bell pepper - 1/2 medium (about 50g)
• Red onion - 1/4 medium (about 30g)
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Erythritol or other keto-friendly sweetener - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Wash the cucumber and slice it in half lengthwise, then scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Slice the cucumber into thin half-moons.
2. Dice the red bell pepper and finely chop the red onion.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices, diced red bell pepper, and chopped red onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, erythritol, chili flakes, and sesame oil until well combined.
5. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
6. Add the chopped cilantro and mint, and toss again to incorporate the herbs.
7. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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