Nộm Bắp Ngô

Nộm Bắp Ngô is a refreshing Vietnamese salad featuring tender corn, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing, making it a delightful low-carb side dish. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

• Fresh corn (off the cob) - 150 grams
• Red bell pepper (finely diced) - 50 grams
• Cucumber (julienned) - 100 grams
• Carrot (julienned) - 50 grams
• Red onion (thinly sliced) - 30 grams
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 15 grams
• Fresh mint (chopped) - 15 grams
• Lime juice - 30 ml
• Fish sauce - 15 ml
• Olive oil - 10 ml
• Chili flakes - 1 gram
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Start by removing the kernels from the fresh corn cobs and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the corn, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, and red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, olive oil, chili flakes, and salt to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine.
5. Add the chopped cilantro and mint, and toss again until evenly distributed.
6. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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