Nộm Gà Chay

Nộm Gà Chay is a vibrant and refreshing Vietnamese salad featuring marinated vegan chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing. This dish is perfect as a light side or a healthy main course, bringing a burst of flavor and texture to your table.

Ingredients

• Soy protein strips - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 small, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, julienned
• Fresh cilantro - 15 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 15 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a bowl, rehydrate the soy protein strips in warm water for about 10 minutes, then drain and squeeze out excess water.
2. In a separate bowl, mix lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and chili flakes to create the dressing.
3. Add the rehydrated soy protein strips to the dressing and marinate for 10 minutes.
4. While the soy protein is marinating, prepare the vegetables by julienning the carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the marinated soy protein, carrots, cucumbers, and red bell peppers.
6. Add chopped cilantro and mint, then toss everything together until well mixed.
7. Serve the salad topped with crushed peanuts for added crunch.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from soy, promoting muscle health.
• High in fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.

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