Gỏi Cà Chua

Gỏi Cà Chua is a vibrant Vietnamese salad that features fresh tomatoes and aromatic herbs, creating a refreshing dish perfect for warm weather. This gluten-free salad is not only delicious but also packs a healthy punch with its colorful ingredients.

Gỏi Cà Chua
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Vietnamese
120 kcal

Ingredients

  • Ripe tomatoes - 300 grams
  • Cucumber - 100 grams
  • Red onion - 50 grams
  • Fresh cilantro - 10 grams
  • Fresh mint - 10 grams
  • Lime juice - 30 ml
  • Fish sauce - 15 ml
  • Sugar - 5 grams
  • Chili flakes - 1 gram
  • Salt - to taste

Steps

  1. Wash the tomatoes and cucumber thoroughly. Slice the tomatoes into wedges and the cucumber into thin half-moons.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. If desired, soak the onion slices in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce their sharpness.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, chopped cilantro, and mint leaves.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, chili flakes, and salt until the sugar is dissolved.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients well.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy your Gỏi Cà Chua fresh!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 120
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Carbs: 20 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
  • Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

Tags

VietnameseGluten-FreeSalad