Low Carb Lotus Root Salad
Brighten up your low-carb menu with this vibrant and refreshing Low Carb Lotus Root Salad. Perfectly tender slices of lotus root are paired with crunchy red bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot, then tossed in a zesty sesame-soy dressing infused with garlic and ginger. This healthy, gluten-free dish is quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, yet packed with bold flavors and satisfying textures. Topped with nutty sesame seeds and scallions for a delightful crunch, the salad is chilled to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether served as a light appetizer, side dish, or even a standalone meal, this colorful lotus root salad is an easy, nutrient-rich recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
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Ingredients
- 300 grams Lotus root
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Carrot
- 2 stalks Scallions
- 1.5 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Ginger
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the lotus root and slice it thinly, about 1/8-inch thick slices.
Step 2
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the lotus root slices for about 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Step 3
Wash and thinly slice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot into matchstick-sized pieces.
Step 4
Thinly slice the scallions.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, combine blanched lotus root slices, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, and scallions.
Step 7
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Sprinkle sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper over the salad.
Step 9
Gently mix the salad one more time to ensure even distribution of the dressing and seasoning.
Step 10
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Step 11
Serve the salad cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (783.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 617.4 |
| Total Fat 34.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 13.3g | |
| Cholesterol 6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2873.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.7g | |
| Protein 12.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 176.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1971.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories