Sugar-Free Refreshing Seaweed Salad
Dive into the vibrant flavors and healthful ingredients of this Sugar-Free Refreshing Seaweed Salad, perfect for light lunches, side dishes, or wholesome snacks. Featuring nutrient-packed dried wakame seaweed, crisp cucumber, sweet carrot, and zesty red onion, this recipe is a showcase of texture and freshness. A tangy dressing made with toasted sesame oil, lime juice, and soy sauce, enhanced by grated ginger, minced garlic, and a dash of red pepper flakes, ties the whole dish together with a delightful balance of umami and spice. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and fragrant cilantro, this sugar-free recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and is ideal for anyone seeking a quick, healthy, and flavor-forward option. Serve it chilled for an even more refreshing experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried wakame seaweed
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium carrot
- 0.5 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1.5 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Place the dried wakame seaweed in a bowl and cover with warm water. Allow it to rehydrate for 10 minutes or until it has expanded and become tender.
While the seaweed is hydrating, peel the cucumber and carrot. Slice the cucumber into thin half-moons and julienne the carrot.
Thinly slice the red onion and chop the fresh cilantro leaves. Set aside.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the toasted sesame oil, lime juice, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
Drain the rehydrated seaweed and squeeze out excess water. Chop it into bite-sized pieces if needed.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the seaweed, cucumber, carrot, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the top and toss thoroughly to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are well coated.
Garnish the salad with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro leaves.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes for enhanced flavor. Enjoy your sugar-free refreshing seaweed salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.7 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2816 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 495 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2118 mg | 45% | |
*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.
