Yum Khao Khaow

Yum Khao Khaow is a refreshing vegetarian Thai salad that features a delightful mix of fragrant herbs, crunchy vegetables, and nutty roasted rice. This colorful dish bursts with flavor and is perfect as a light meal or a side dish.

Ingredients

• Cooked jasmine rice - 1 cup
• Roasted rice powder - 2 tablespoons
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 10, halved
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 small, grated
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Fresh mint - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Peanut - 1/4 cup, roasted and crushed
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Prepare the jasmine rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice, roasted rice powder, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, carrot, cilantro, and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, chili flakes, and salt to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
5. Top the salad with crushed peanuts for added texture and flavor.
6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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