Low Sodium Lotus Root Salad

Delight your taste buds with this refreshing Low Sodium Lotus Root Salad, a vibrant medley of crisp lotus root, carrots, cucumbers, and red bell peppers tossed in a light, tangy dressing made from rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, lemon juice, and a hint of honey. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, this nutrient-packed salad shines with its low sodium content while showcasing the natural crunch and delicate flavor of lotus root. Garnished with nutty sesame seeds and fresh green onion, this quick and easy recipe—ready in just 25 minutes—makes an elegant side dish for any meal or a light, satisfying snack. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a delicious fusion of textures and flavors that’s as visually stunning as it is wholesome.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Lotus Root
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
• 1 stalk Green Onion

Directions

Step 1

Peel the lotus root and slice it into 1/8-inch thick rounds. Place the slices in a bowl of cold water with a splash of lemon juice to prevent discoloration.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the lotus root slices and cook for 3-4 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool quickly.

Step 3

Peel and julienne the carrot. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and julienne the red bell pepper.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, lemon juice, grated fresh ginger, and honey. Whisk well to combine into a dressing.

Step 5

Add the lotus root, carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything together gently to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 6

Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Garnish with sesame seeds and finely sliced green onion.

Step 7

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(715.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	474.0

Total Fat 23.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 5mg	0%
Sodium 460.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.4g
Protein 7.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 136.3mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1647.6mg	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: 41.0%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 52.8%