How to prepare Weight Loss Friendly Bamboo shoot Salad

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Bamboo Shoot Salad Recipe is suitable for those on weight loss programme or Zone Diet, which aims to balance the intake of carbohydrates, protein, and fat to promote weight loss, improve body composition, and enhance overall health.

The salad consists of canned bamboo shoots, sliced red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion, mixed together with a dressing made of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper. The salad is garnished with chopped cilantro before serving.

The recipe is easy to prepare and offers a low-calorie, high-fiber, and well-balanced meal option that is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. One serving of the salad contains approximately 86 calories, 1.5g protein, 9.5g carbohydrates, and 5.4g fat.

Here’s a recipe for a delicious and nutritious bamboo shoot salad that fits the Zone Diet guidelines:

bamboo shoot salad

Bamboo Shoot Salad or Pao Mon (Zone Diet)

Bamboo Shoot Salad or Pao Mon salad consists of canned bamboo shoots, sliced red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion, mixed together with a dressing made of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper. The salad is garnished with chopped cilantro before serving. This Dish is suitable for the Zone Diet, which aims to balance the intake of carbohydrates, protein, and fat to promote weight loss, improve body composition, and enhance overall health.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Course Salad
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 86 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can bamboo shoots drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 red onion sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the bamboo shoots, red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

This recipe is high in fiber, low in calories, and contains a good balance of protein, carbohydrates, and fat – making it a great option for those following the Zone Diet.
Keyword Bamboo Shoot, salad, zone diet

Nutrition Info: This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:

  • Calories: 86
  • Protein: 1.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 9.5g
  • Fat: 5.4g
  • Fiber: 2.8g