ensalada | filipino salad

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor while being more accessible.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats with a similar taste.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu adds protein while being plant-based and budget-friendly.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a cost-effective protein alternative.

Chop the cucumber, roma tomatoes, and onions.

In a bowl, combine chopped cucumber, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.

In a separate bowl, mix vinegar, brown sugar, and salt to create a dressing.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Add chili if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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