Seaweed and Cucumber Salad
Delight your taste buds with this refreshing Seaweed and Cucumber Salad—a light, flavorful dish that brings the essence of the ocean to your table. This easy-to-make recipe pairs the tender, umami-rich texture of rehydrated wakame or arame seaweed with crisp cucumber slices, all tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet dressing made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of sugar. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this vibrant salad is both nutritious and versatile, making it perfect as a side dish for sushi, grilled seafood, or Asian-inspired meals. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick, vegan-friendly option that’s as elegant as it is wholesome.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried seaweed (wakame or arame)
- 1 large Cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted)
- 1 stalk Green onion (scallion)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Place the dried seaweed in a medium-sized bowl and cover with warm water. Let it soak for 10 minutes, or according to package instructions, until rehydrated and softened.
Drain the seaweed and gently squeeze out excess water. Set aside.
Wash the cucumber thoroughly and slice it into thin rounds. Optionally, you can cut the slices in half to create half-moon shapes.
Transfer the cucumber slices to a colander and sprinkle with salt. Toss gently and let them sit for 5 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
Rinse the cucumbers under cold water to remove the salt and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar until the sugar has dissolved and the dressing is well combined.
Thinly slice the green onion and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rehydrated seaweed, cucumber slices, and green onion. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.7 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3942 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 507 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1952 mg | 42% | |
*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.
