Low Sodium Chuka Wakame Salad

Experience the vibrant flavors of this Low Sodium Chuka Wakame Salad, a light and refreshing Japanese-inspired dish that bursts with umami in every bite. This healthy seaweed salad reduces sodium without compromising its signature tangy, nutty, and slightly spicy profile. Made with rehydrated wakame seaweed, a flavorful dressing of rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and a touch of fresh ginger, this salad is both nutritious and delicious. Sesame seeds and a sprinkle of red chili flakes add texture and heat, while sliced green onions provide a fresh, crisp finish. Perfect as a chilled appetizer or side dish, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an easy and wholesome addition to your meal rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 20 grams dried wakame seaweed
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 stalks sliced green onions

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the dried wakame seaweed in a bowl of cold water for about 10 minutes until it expands and becomes tender.

Step 2

Once rehydrated, drain the seaweed thoroughly and set aside.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sesame seeds, red chili flakes, sugar, and grated ginger. Mix until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 4

Add the drained wakame seaweed to the bowl of dressing and toss until the seaweed is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Gently fold in the sliced green onions, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the salad.

Step 6

Let the Chuka Wakame salad sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Step 7

Serve the salad cold, as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(121.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	203.0

Total Fat 17.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 681.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 10.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 4.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 55.9mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 212.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.8%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 19.4%