Mung bean salad
Enjoy a refreshing and nutritious Mung Bean Salad packed with vibrant cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and crunchy cabbage, seasoned with a perfect balance of salt, black pepper, and tangy lemon juice. This easy-to-make, protein-rich salad is ideal for a healthy lunch or light dinner.
- 23 May 2024
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 1 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
Mung bean salad is a vibrant, healthy, and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like mung beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and cabbage, this salad is not only delicious but also provides a great source of vitamins and minerals. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a side dish, or a potluck favorite, this mung bean salad is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Rinse the mung beans under cold water.
- Soak the mung beans in water overnight or for at least 8 hours. They will absorb water and expand in size.
- Drain the soaked mung beans and rinse them again.
- Place them in a pot and cover with fresh water.
- Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the beans are tender but still hold their shape. Check for doneness by tasting a few beans.
- Drain the cooked beans and set aside to cool.
- While the mung beans are cooking, wash and prepare the vegetables.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Dice the cucumber.
- Thinly slice the cabbage.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled mung beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and cabbage.
- Add salt and black pepper to the bowl.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the salad.
6. Mix and Serve:
- Toss all the ingredients together until everything is well combined and evenly coated with the seasoning and lemon juice.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to an hour to let the flavors meld together.
Tips:
- Soak the mung beans.: For best results, soak the mung beans in water for a few hours or overnight. This will help soften them and reduce cooking time.
- Cook the mung beans properly.: Boil the soaked mung beans in a pot of water until they are tender but still firm, which usually takes around 15-20 minutes. Drain and let them cool before adding to the salad.
- Chop the vegetables uniformly.: Ensure that the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and cabbage are chopped uniformly. This will not only make the salad look appealing but also ensure that every bite has a balanced flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.: Feel free to adjust the salt, black pepper, and lemon juice according to your taste preferences. You can also add herbs like cilantro or mint for additional flavor.
- Serve chilled.: For a refreshing experience, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Mung bean salad is a simple yet delightful dish that combines crunchy vegetables with the earthy flavor of mung beans. It is easy to prepare and makes for a nutritious addition to any meal. By following these tips, you can ensure that your mung bean salad is as tasty and enjoyable as possible. So go ahead, give it a try, and relish the wholesome goodness of this wonderful salad!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 400 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 80kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 4.12g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 18g | 5% |
| Fiber 5g | 14% |
| Sugar 10g | 10% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 0.65g | 1% |
| Saturated 0.16g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 77ug | 8% |
| Choline 30mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 0.16mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 0.14mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 1.41mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 0.29mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B9 80ug | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 60mg | 63% |
| Vitamin E 1.01mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K 100ug | 82% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 80mg | 6% |
| Copper, Cu 0.23mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.55mg | 14% |
| Magnesium, Mg 50mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus, P 100mg | 8% |
| Potassium, K 740mg | 22% |
| Selenium, Se 0.88ug | 2% |
| Sodium, Na 2350mg | 156% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.78mg | 7% |
| Water | |
| Water 370g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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