Yam Talay Jay

Yam Talay Jay is a vibrant Thai vegetarian salad that combines fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a zesty dressing, providing a refreshing and satisfying meal. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavors that highlight the essence of Thai cuisine.

Ingredients

• Cooked yam (sweet potato) - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 20 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Peanut (roasted, crushed) - 30 grams

Steps

1. Peel and cut the cooked yam into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
2. Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, and red onion to the bowl with the yam.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, and chili flakes until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is well combined.
5. Fold in the chopped cilantro and mint, mixing gently to avoid breaking the yam pieces.
6. Garnish the salad with crushed roasted peanuts before serving.
7. Serve immediately at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for a little while before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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