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Nutritional Values
50kcal
3gProtein
10gCarbs
—Fat
4gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Lato Salad
How to order / say it
Say it
Lato Salad — [lah-toe sah-lahd]
Order
A lato salad for me, please.
Locally
Paki-order ng lato salad, po.
Say locally
Fresh seaweed salad with local ingredients.
Why try it?
Known for its crunchy succulence, Lato Salad is a refreshing dish showcasing El Nido's rich marine resources.
How it tastes
The salad is crisp and refreshing with a subtle sea taste, complemented by a tangy dressing.
Origin & History — first documented: 1955
Seaweed salad became popular in local communities in the mid-20th century, cultivated from the abundant marine vegetation.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 200 g lato seaweed
- 🥕 100 g tomatoes
- 🧄 50 g onions
- 🍋 30 ml vinegar
- 🧂 5 g salt
- 🧂 2 g pepper
Method
- 1 Rinse lato seaweed thoroughly and drain.
- 2 Chop tomatoes and onions, then mix with the seaweed.
- 3 Dress with vinegar, salt, and pepper before serving.
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