Gỏi Nộm Sứa

Gỏi Nộm Sứa is a refreshing Vietnamese salad featuring jellyfish, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing. This delightful dish is perfect for warm weather and offers a unique combination of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• Jellyfish (cooked and shredded) - 200 grams
• Carrot (julienned) - 1 medium
• Cucumber (julienned) - 1 medium
• Red bell pepper (julienned) - 1/2 medium
• Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup
• Fresh cilantro leaves - 1/4 cup
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Honey (or a paleo-friendly sweetener) - 1 teaspoon
• Chili pepper (sliced, optional) - 1 small
• Crushed peanuts (for garnish) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked and shredded jellyfish with the julienned carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper.
2. Add the fresh mint and cilantro leaves to the bowl.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, honey, and sliced chili pepper (if using) to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve the salad in bowls and garnish with crushed peanuts.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and low in calories, making it ideal for weight management.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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