Nộm Thập Cẩm

Nộm Thập Cẩm is a vibrant Vietnamese salad that combines a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs with a tangy dressing, making it a refreshing appetizer. This dairy-free dish is perfect for those seeking a light yet flavorful start to their meal.

Ingredients

• Carrot - 100 grams, julienned
• Cucumber - 100 grams, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, julienned
• Green papaya - 100 grams, julienned
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 10 grams, chopped
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed
• Lime juice - 30 ml
• Fish sauce - 15 ml
• Sugar - 5 grams
• Chili - 1 small, finely chopped
• Sesame oil - 10 ml

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the julienned carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, and green papaya.
2. In a separate small bowl, mix the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and chopped chili until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine.
4. Add the chopped cilantro, mint, and thinly sliced shallots, and mix gently.
5. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve the salad in bowls, topped with crushed peanuts and a drizzle of sesame oil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 17 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Contains healthy fats from peanuts and sesame oil.

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