Description
Dive into the world of guilt-free indulgence with our Zesty Low-Carb Pad Thai Salad. This dish is a testament to the fact that healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring. Bursting with fresh, crunchy vegetables, a tangy and sweet dressing, and your choice of protein, it’s a flavorful adventure in every bite.
Ingredients
1 large cucumber
2 large carrots
2 spring onions
A handful of fresh coriander
A handful of fresh mint
A handful of peanuts, roughly chopped
Your choice of protein: shredded chicken, beef, duck, prawns, tofu, or boiled eggs
Dressing:
Juice of 1 lime
3 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp chili flakes
1 tbsp honey
1 clove of garlic, minced
Instructions
Use a spiralizer or vegetable peeler to turn carrots and cucumber into noodles or ribbons, and place them in a large bowl.
Snip spring onions over the noodles using scissors.
Add your choice of protein to the bowl.
Finely chop coriander and mint and add to the salad.
For the dressing, combine lime juice, sesame oil, soy sauce, fish sauce, chili flakes, honey, and minced garlic in a jar. Seal and shake vigorously until well mixed.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Crush peanuts and sprinkle over the top as garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes