Gỏi dưa leo

Gỏi dưa leo is a refreshing Vietnamese salad featuring crisp cucumber, vibrant herbs, and a tangy dressing. This Halal dish is perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, bursting with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 200 grams
• Carrot - 50 grams
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams
• Fresh mint leaves - 15 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 15 grams
• Lime juice - 30 ml
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Fish sauce (Halal) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Chili pepper - 1 small (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash the cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper thoroughly.
2. Julienne the cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper into thin strips.
3. In a small bowl, mix lime juice, sugar, fish sauce, minced garlic, and chopped chili pepper to create the dressing.
4. In a large bowl, combine the julienned vegetables, chopped mint leaves, and cilantro.
5. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 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 minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories, making it a great choice for weight management.

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