Low Fat Refreshing Seaweed Salad
Brighten up your table with this Low Fat Refreshing Seaweed Salad, the perfect fusion of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring nutrient-packed dried wakame seaweed, crisp cucumber, and sweet carrot, this dish is a light yet satisfying choice for any occasion. The tangy dressing combines rice vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, and a hint of honey, balanced by the subtle heat of fresh ginger and red chili flakes. Finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, it’s not only a feast for the palate but also for the eyes. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled, this low-calorie, nutrient-rich recipe is ideal as a healthy appetizer or side dish. If you're looking for a quick, delicious, and refreshing salad, this is the one for you. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired flavors, gluten-free options, and low-fat meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 25 grams Dried wakame seaweed
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Carrot
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
Instructions
Place the dried wakame seaweed in a bowl and cover with warm water. Let it soak for about 10 minutes until it rehydrates and expands. Drain well and squeeze out excess water.
While the seaweed is soaking, peel and julienne the cucumber and carrot into thin matchsticks.
In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, freshly grated ginger, honey, and red chili flakes. Whisk together until the honey is dissolved and the dressing is well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rehydrated seaweed, julienned cucumber, and carrot.
Pour the dressing over the seaweed and vegetables, and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Chop the green onions and sprinkle them along with the toasted sesame seeds over the salad.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the seaweed salad chilled as a refreshing side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
273 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 834 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 762 mg | 16% | |
*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.
