Crunchy Bean Sprout Salad: Refreshing Vegan Delight

Crunchy Cold Bean Sprout Salad 🥗

Overview:

Crunchy Cold Bean Sprout Salad is a delightful amalgamation of fresh ingredients, tossed together to create a refreshing and nutritious dish. Perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying snack, this recipe embodies simplicity and flavor. Developed with love and care, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking a wholesome yet easy-to-make meal option. Inspired by the culinary expertise of Sushma Shourie in her renowned cookbook “Summer Cookery,” this salad promises to tantalize your taste buds with its vibrant flavors and crunchy textures.

• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Prep Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
• Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Soy/Tofu, Beans, Vegetable, Vegan, Summer, < 60 Mins, Refrigerator, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
• Yield: 2 main dish servings
• Calories: 122.9 per serving
• Nutritional Information (per serving):
  • Fat: 1.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 1525.6mg
  • Carbohydrates: 21.5g
  • Fiber: 6.3g
  • Sugar: 13.1g
  • Protein: 10.8g

Ingredients:

• 450g bean sprouts
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh green beans
• 100g panir (or firm tofu)
• 160g green bell pepper
• 1/4 tsp sesame oil

Instructions:

1. Blanch the Bean Sprouts: In a pot of boiling water, blanch the bean sprouts for approximately 1 minute until they are slightly tender.

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2. Refresh and Drain: Immediately transfer the blanched bean sprouts into a bowl of cold water to halt the cooking process. Drain them well and set aside.

3. Prepare the Dressing: In a large salad bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is evenly combined.

4. Steam the Green Beans: Steam the fresh green beans for about 4 minutes until they are crisp-tender. Alternatively, you can blanch them in boiling water for the same duration. Once cooked, set them aside to cool slightly.

5. Assemble the Salad: In the same salad bowl with the dressing, add the blanched bean sprouts, steamed green beans, sliced panir (or tofu), and thinly sliced green bell pepper strips. Toss gently until all the ingredients are coated evenly with the dressing.

6. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and for the salad to chill.

7. Serve: Once chilled, serve the Crunchy Cold Bean Sprout Salad on its own as a light meal or as a refreshing side dish to complement your favorite main course. Enjoy the crisp textures and delightful flavors!

Note:

The prep time includes the chilling time required for the salad to cool and for the flavors to develop. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Feel free to customize the salad by adding your favorite vegetables or protein options to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the goodness of this vibrant and nutritious salad, inspired by the warmth and love of home-cooked meals!