Veggie Sprouts Salad Combo
Brighten up your plate with the refreshing and nutrient-packed Veggie Sprouts Salad Combo! This wholesome dish combines the crisp crunch of moong bean sprouts, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the vibrant colors of grated carrot, cucumber, and diced bell pepper for a symphony of textures and flavors. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with tangy lemon juice, a drizzle of honey (optional), and fragrant cilantro, this salad is both light and satisfying. Perfect as a healthy side dish or a quick lunch, it requires no cooking and is ready in just 15 minutes. Packed with fiber, vitamins, and plant-based protein, this salad is a versatile recipe that's as good for meal prep as it is for a last-minute refreshing addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups moong bean sprouts
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon black salt (or regular salt)
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the moong bean sprouts thoroughly under cold water and set them aside to drain.
Dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces. Grate the carrot and cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the moong bean sprouts, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, grated carrot, red bell pepper, and red onion.
Chop the fresh cilantro finely and add it to the bowl for an extra burst of flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey (if using), black salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything gently until well coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lemon juice or salt as preferred.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with additional chopped cilantro, if desired.
Serve fresh and chilled as a light meal or a side dish for any occasion.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1203 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1868 mg | 40% | |
*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.
