Yam Kua Poo

Yam Kua Poo is a vibrant Thai salad featuring tender crab meat and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty dressing. This dish is not only refreshing but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect Paleo-friendly option.

Ingredients

• Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, chili flakes, and olive oil to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the crab and vegetable mixture, and gently toss to combine.
4. Add the chopped cilantro and season with salt to taste, tossing once more.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in high-quality protein from crab meat.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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