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Korean Bean Sprout Salad

Delicious Korean Bean Sprout Salad That Elevates Any Meal

Korean Bean Sprout Salad is a vibrant, nutritious, and quick side dish that brightens any meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound bean sprouts Rinsed and drained
  • 0.5 tablespoon salt For blanching
  • 1 stalk green onion Chopped, can substitute with chives or shallots
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced, or use 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 tablespoon soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar Agave syrup can substitute
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Additional seasoning
  • 0.5 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds Can substitute with crushed peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Coconut oil can be a substitute

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the sprouts by bringing a large pot of water to a boil and add 0.5 tablespoon of salt. Blanch the rinsed bean sprouts for about 1-2 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  2. Combine the seasoning in a mixing bowl with chopped green onion, minced garlic, 0.5 tablespoon soy sauce, an additional 0.5 teaspoon salt, and toasted sesame seeds. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  3. Fold the drained bean sprouts into the seasoning mixture until well coated, enhancing the taste and texture.
  4. Serve the salad cold or store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a spicy version, add 1 teaspoon of gochugaru. Always rinse bean sprouts thoroughly for freshness. This salad keeps well, making it great for meal prep.

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