Saba no Salad
Saba no Salad is a refreshing Japanese seafood dish featuring marinated mackerel, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing that perfectly balances savory and tangy flavors. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect healthy option for seafood lovers.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Mackerel (saba) - 200 grams, filleted
- Soy sauce - 30 ml
- Rice vinegar - 15 ml
- Sesame oil - 10 ml
- Honey - 5 grams
- Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
- Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
- Radish - 100 grams, thinly sliced
- Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
- Sesame seeds - 10 grams, toasted
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey to create the marinade.
- Place the mackerel fillets in the marinade and let them sit for about 15 minutes.
- While the mackerel is marinating, prepare the vegetables by julienning the cucumber and carrot, and thinly slicing the radish.
- After 15 minutes, heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook the marinated mackerel for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Remove the mackerel from the pan and let it cool slightly before flaking it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, radish, and green onions.
- Add the flaked mackerel to the vegetable mixture, then drizzle with any remaining marinade and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Water: 0.3 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
- High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
Tags
JapaneseHealthySeafood Dish