Keto Fresh Bean Sprout Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Keto Fresh Bean Sprout Salad is the ultimate low-carb side dish or light meal. Packed with fresh ingredients like crunchy bean sprouts, crisp red bell pepper, cool cucumber, and fragrant cilantro, this salad offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors. The tangy homemade dressing, featuring rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and a hint of garlic and ginger, perfectly complements the fresh vegetables, while a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds a nutty finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes and completely keto-friendly, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a healthy meal-prep option. Serve it immediately for a bright, zesty bite or chill it for a couple of hours to let the flavors meld beautifully. Perfect for keto enthusiasts and anyone craving a light, Asian-inspired salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh bean sprouts
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium cucumber
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by rinsing and draining the bean sprouts under cold water. Shake off any excess water and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and the cucumber into thin half-moons. Add both to the bowl with the bean sprouts.

Step 3

Chop the green onions and fresh cilantro roughly, then add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice.

Step 5

Finely mince the garlic clove and grate the fresh ginger. Add both to the dressing mixture along with the crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Whisk everything together until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the mixing bowl and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Finally, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad and give it a final gentle toss.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or refrigerate for up to two hours for the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1463.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	614.0

Total Fat 23.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1244.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 48.9g
Protein 37.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 344.1mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 1619.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 49.0%