Gỏi rau muống

Gỏi rau muống is a vibrant Vietnamese salad featuring water spinach tossed with a tangy dressing, making it a refreshing and nutritious appetizer. This dish captures the essence of fresh herbs and vegetables, perfect for those looking to enjoy a healthy bite.

Ingredients

• Water spinach (rau muống) - 200 grams
• Carrot - 50 grams, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Fresh mint leaves - 10 grams, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Chili pepper - 1 small, sliced (optional)
• Roasted peanuts - 20 grams, crushed

Steps

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the water spinach and blanch for about 1-2 minutes until bright green. Remove and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process, then drain well.
2. In a large bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and sliced chili pepper (if using). Mix well until sugar is dissolved.
3. Add the blanched water spinach, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped mint, and cilantro to the bowl. Toss everything together gently to coat the vegetables with the dressing.
4. Transfer the salad to a serving plate and sprinkle crushed roasted peanuts on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C, supporting immune function.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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