Nộm Dưa Chua

Nộm Dưa Chua is a refreshing Vietnamese pickle salad that combines tangy pickled vegetables with a hint of sweetness and spice. This low-carb dish is perfect as a side to complement any meal or as a light snack.

Ingredients

• Daikon radish - 200 grams
• Carrot - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams
• Rice vinegar - 30 ml
• Fish sauce - 15 ml
• Erythritol (or preferred low-carb sweetener) - 1 tablespoon
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Wash and peel the daikon radish and carrot. Julienne them into thin strips.
2. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
3. In a bowl, combine the julienned daikon, carrot, and red bell pepper.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the rice vinegar, fish sauce, erythritol, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper until the erythritol is dissolved.
5. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to combine.
6. Let the mixture marinate for at least 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
7. Before serving, chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 60
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 0 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories, making it an excellent option for weight management.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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