Simple Salad Sangchu Kutjuri

Crisp, vibrant, and bursting with bold flavors, Simple Salad Sangchu Kutjuri is a Korean-inspired side dish that transforms humble red leaf lettuce into a tangy, spicy masterpiece. This 10-minute recipe combines fresh greens and delicate green onions with a perfectly balanced dressing made from gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes), soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, and a touch of sugar for sweetness. Fragrant garlic and nutty sesame seeds enhance every bite, creating a salad that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, rice, or any Korean meal. With no cooking required, this quick and easy salad is perfect for weeknights or special gatherings, delivering a taste of Korea to your table in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams red leaf lettuce
• 2 stalks green onion
• 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the red leaf lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Slice the green onions thinly and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 3

Mince the garlic clove finely and set it aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing the gochugaru, soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, and sesame seeds until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the lettuce and green onions in the mixing bowl.

Step 6

Using clean hands or kitchen tongs, gently toss the salad until the lettuce is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed (e.g., add more vinegar for tanginess or sugar for sweetness).

Step 8

Serve immediately as a side dish, pairing with grilled meats, rice, or other dishes for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(289.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	250.5

Total Fat 17.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 653.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 6.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 112.5mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 743.6mg	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: 58.3%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 31.2%