Gỏi Đậu Xanh

Gỏi Đậu Xanh is a vibrant Vietnamese salad featuring green mung beans, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing. This refreshing dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

• Green mung beans - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Fresh mint leaves - 20 grams, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 30 ml
• Fish sauce - 15 ml
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Chili pepper - 1 small, sliced (optional)
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed (for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse the green mung beans and soak them in water for 2 hours. Drain and steam them for about 15 minutes until tender.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, chopped mint, and cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and sliced chili (if using) until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Add the steamed mung beans to the vegetable bowl and pour the dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
5. Serve the salad topped with crushed peanuts and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from mung beans.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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