Simple Sesame Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
53%
Simple Sesame Salad
7 min.
4
105kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious way to elevate your meal? Look no further than this Simple Sesame Salad! With a health score of 53, this vibrant dish is not only packed with flavor but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it a perfect addition to any table. Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free, this salad has something for everyone.

Ready in just 7 minutes, this salad is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a refreshing side dish for gatherings. Each serving contains only 105 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The combination of dark sesame oil and roasted ground sesame seeds creates a rich, nutty flavor that pairs beautifully with the crispness of torn romaine lettuce and the zing of slivered red onion.

What truly sets this salad apart is the kick from coarsely ground Korean chile (gochugaru), which adds a delightful heat that will tantalize your taste buds. Tossed together with a splash of lower-sodium soy sauce and rice vinegar, this salad is not only simple to prepare but also bursting with vibrant flavors that will leave you wanting more.

Perfect as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or even a snack, this Simple Sesame Salad is sure to impress your family and friends. So grab your bowl and whisk, and let’s get started on this delightful culinary adventure!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons sesame oil dark
  • 1.5 tablespoons roasted ground sesame seeds 
  • tablespoon coarsely ground korean chile (gochugaru)
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce 
  • 0.3 cup slivered onion red
  • 1.5 tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • cups torn romaine lettuce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  2. Add lettuce and onion; toss to coat.
  3. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories105kcal
Protein8.69%
Fat70.32%
Carbs20.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.25
Glycemic Load
0.28
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
13.138695701309%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Quercetin
4.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:104.82kcal
5.24%
Fat:8.75g
13.46%
Saturated Fat:1.25g
7.79%
Carbohydrates:5.88g
1.96%
Net Carbohydrates:3.19g
1.16%
Sugar:1.56g
1.73%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:253.9mg
11.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.43g
4.86%
Vitamin A:6737.58IU
134.75%
Vitamin K:75.14µg
71.57%
Folate:105.31µg
26.33%
Fiber:2.68g
10.72%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.14%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.61%
Phosphorus:78.81mg
7.88%
Potassium:265.17mg
7.58%
Copper:0.15mg
7.55%
Iron:1.33mg
7.42%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.26%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.07%
Magnesium:20.88mg
5.22%
Vitamin C:4.06mg
4.92%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.76%
Calcium:41.88mg
4.19%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.03%
Selenium:2.73µg
3.9%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.64%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.4%
Source:My Recipes