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Seaweed salad

Recipe Information

Description:
Seaweed salad is a delicious Asian recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 0 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 10 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 2 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 2
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 0 Minutes
Total Time 10 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Wakame
Category Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Cuisine Asian; Japanese
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3/4 ounce dried wakame seaweed (whole or cut)

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

  • 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions

  • Soak the wakame in water for about 5 minutes. If whole wakame is being used, cut the plant into 1/2 inch stripes.

  • Drain the water from the wakame and set aside.

  • Combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and ginger in a small bowl and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

  • Add the wakame, scallions, and cilantro to the mixture and toss to combine.

  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 179 cal

  • Total fat: 9g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 4g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 1,809mg

  • Potassium: 83mg

  • Carbohydrate: 24g

  • Fiber: <1g

  • Protein: 2g