Ampalaya Salad
Bitter melon salad with tomatoes, onions, and a simple vinegar dressing.
Servings 6
Calories 23kcal
Cost $4-$6
Ingredients
- 2 medium ampalaya (bitter melon)
- ½ small red onion thinly sliced
- 2-3 plum tomatoes sliced
- ¼ cup vinegar
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Sugar, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the ampalaya in half lengthwise. Scrape out the seeds and white pith, then slice thinly.
- Rub with salt and let sit for 10 minutes. Rinse under cold water while gently squeezing, then drain well.
- In a bowl, combine the ampalaya, onion, and tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper until the sugar dissolves. Taste and adjust.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Toss again before serving.
Notes
- Ampalaya: Also called bitter melon or bitter gourd. Slice thinly for the best crunch. To lessen the bitterness, rub with salt, let sit for 10 minutes, then rinse and drain well.
- Vinegar: Cane or coconut vinegar is best, but apple cider, rice, or red wine vinegar will also work.
Nutrition
Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 156mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 318IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.2mg