Hijiki Rice Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Hijiki Rice Salad, a perfect fusion of wholesome, savory, and slightly sweet flavors inspired by Japanese cuisine. This nutrient-packed dish combines tender short-grain rice with rehydrated hijiki seaweed, crisp julienned carrots, protein-rich edamame, and the subtle bite of green onions. Tossed in a delightful dressing of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a hint of honey or maple syrup, the salad is finished with a sprinkle of golden-toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. Ideal as a refreshing side dish or a light vegan main, this recipe is not only easy to prepare in under 30 minutes but also makes for a great make-ahead option. Perfectly balanced and loaded with antioxidants, it’s a must-try dish for fans of healthy, flavorful salads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Hijiki seaweed
- 3 cups Cooked short-grain rice
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 cup Edamame
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Rinse and soak the hijiki seaweed in 1 cup of water for 10 minutes until rehydrated. Drain and set aside.
Peel and finely julienne the carrot. Thinly slice the green onions.
Prepare the cooked edamame by boiling or steaming if using frozen, then let them cool.
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and aromatic. Set aside for garnish.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, and salt to create the dressing.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, rehydrated hijiki seaweed, carrot, edamame, and green onions.
Pour the dressing over the rice mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more soy sauce or vinegar to your preference.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Serve immediately at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for a more refreshing dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1305 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.6 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 2075 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.8 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 381 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1374 mg | 29% | |
*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.
