Thai Herb Salad

Thai Herb Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that showcases a medley of fresh herbs and vegetables, bringing a burst of flavor and nutrition to your table. This vegan salad is both light and satisfying, perfect for a healthy meal or a side dish.

Ingredients

• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams
• Fresh mint - 30 grams
• Fresh Thai basil - 30 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium (about 200 grams), thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium (about 100 grams), julienned
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Peanut or sesame seeds - 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse all fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, Thai basil) under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, mint, and Thai basil.
3. Add the sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and julienned carrot to the bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, and chili flakes (if using).
5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
6. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with peanut or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from fresh herbs and vegetables.
• Supports digestion and immunity due to the high fiber content.

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