Whole30 Fresh Bean Sprout Salad

Elevate your salad game with this crisp, vibrant Whole30 Fresh Bean Sprout Salad—a refreshing blend of fresh, crunchy bean sprouts, julienned carrots, crisp cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper, all brought together with a zesty lime juice dressing. This colorful dish is packed with fresh herbs like cilantro and mint, adding a fragrant twist, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds delivers the perfect nutty crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this quick and easy salad is perfect for busy weeknights or as a light and healthy addition to any meal. Whole30-friendly, gluten-free, and loaded with nutrients, it's a guilt-free crowd-pleaser that's as wholesome as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh bean sprouts
• 1 large carrot
• 1 small English cucumber
• 0.5 medium red bell pepper
• 0.25 small red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh bean sprouts thoroughly under cold running water. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and julienne the large carrot into thin strips. Slice the small English cucumber in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds with a spoon, and then slice thinly into half-moons.

Step 3

Slice the medium red bell pepper into thin strips, and thinly slice the small red onion.

Step 4

Chop the fresh cilantro and fresh mint leaves finely.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the bean sprouts, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and mint leaves.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well to combine. Ensure all the vegetables are coated evenly with the dressing.

Step 8

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top of the salad for added crunch and flavor.

Step 9

Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or as a light main dish suitable for Whole30 followers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1018.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	473.2

Total Fat 21.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1272.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.3g
Protein 23.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 335.4mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 1550.8mg	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: 34.8%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 48.3%