Dairy-Free Refreshing Seaweed Salad
Delight in the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Dairy-Free Refreshing Seaweed Salad—a light and nutritious recipe that’s quick to prepare and perfect for anyone seeking a plant-based, allergy-friendly dish. Featuring rehydrated wakame seaweed paired with crisp cucumber, carrot matchsticks, and fragrant green onion, this salad is tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing made from rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and a hint of ginger and garlic. Finished with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch, this salad is packed with umami and refreshing zest. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an ideal option for busy weeknights or as a chilled appetizer that pairs beautifully with Asian-inspired meals. Whether you're vegan, dairy-free, or simply craving a wholesome and flavorful side dish, this seaweed salad is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried seaweed (wakame or seaweed salad mix)
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Carrot
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
- 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
Begin by rehydrating the dried seaweed. Place the seaweed in a medium-sized bowl, cover it with cold water, and let it soak for about 5 minutes or until it expands and softens. Once rehydrated, drain excess water and squeeze out any additional moisture using your hands. Set the seaweed aside.
While the seaweed is soaking, prepare the vegetables. Thinly slice the cucumber and carrot into matchstick-sized pieces. Chop the green onions into thin rounds. Set the vegetables aside.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and sugar. Whisk these ingredients together until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is well-mixed.
In a large bowl, combine the rehydrated seaweed, cucumber, carrot, and green onion. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top of the salad. Gently toss again to incorporate the sesame seeds into the salad.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Dairy-Free Refreshing Seaweed Salad as a delightful appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3965 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 599 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1998 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
