Low Sodium Refreshing Seaweed Salad

Dive into the vibrant, nutritious world of this Low Sodium Refreshing Seaweed Salad, a light and flavorful dish perfect for appetizers or sides. Packed with tender wakame seaweed, crisp cucumber, crunchy carrot, and sweet red bell pepper, this salad comes alive with a tangy, umami-rich dressing made from lime juice, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of honey and grated ginger. Topped with toasted sesame seeds for added nuttiness, this low-sodium recipe is a healthier twist on a classic favorite, ideal for anyone looking to reduce salt intake without compromising taste. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this chilled salad is a fresh, zesty treat that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried wakame seaweed
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.5 Red bell pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Low sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger

Directions

Step 1

Soak the dried wakame seaweed in a bowl of cold water for about 10 minutes, or until it expands and becomes tender. Drain and gently squeeze out excess water. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and julienne the carrot into thin strips.

Step 3

Thinly slice the cucumber; if desired, remove seeds before slicing.

Step 4

Deseed the red bell pepper and cut into thin strips.

Step 5

Finely chop the green onions.

Step 6

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining lime juice, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and freshly grated ginger. Mix well.

Step 7

In a large bowl, combine the rehydrated wakame seaweed, cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and green onions.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top.

Step 10

Chill the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Step 11

Serve chilled as an appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(712.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	396.6

Total Fat 20.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2415.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 12.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 527.8mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 2031.1mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 47.8%