Chuka Wakame Salad

Chuka Wakame Salad is a refreshing Japanese seaweed salad that combines the umami flavors of wakame with a tangy sesame dressing. This light and nutritious dish is perfect as an appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

• Dried wakame seaweed - 20 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Green onion - 1, thinly sliced

Steps

1. Soak the dried wakame seaweed in warm water for about 10 minutes or until it expands and softens. Drain and gently squeeze out excess water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the soaked wakame, sliced cucumber, and julienned carrot.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
4. Pour the dressing over the seaweed and vegetables, tossing gently to combine.
5. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, especially iodine and calcium.
• Low in calories and high in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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