Vegan Refreshing Seaweed Salad

Crisp, vibrant, and packed with umami, this Vegan Refreshing Seaweed Salad is a nutrient-rich way to elevate your meal. Featuring tender rehydrated wakame seaweed, crunchy cucumber slices, and sweet julienned carrots, this salad brings together fresh textures and flavors in perfect harmony. The zesty dressing, made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of maple syrup, adds a tangy-sweet balance that enhances every bite. Finished with toasted sesame seeds, thinly sliced scallions, and a hint of grated fresh ginger, this dish delivers a punch of flavor and aroma. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the ultimate quick and healthy side dish, perfect for summer gatherings or as a chilled accompaniment to your favorite meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 30 grams dried wakame seaweed
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 medium carrot
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 stalks scallions
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

While the seaweed is soaking, slice the cucumber into thin rounds and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and julienne the carrot and add it to the bowl with the cucumbers.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, combine the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup. Mix well to form the dressing.

Step 5

Once the seaweed is rehydrated, drain it in a colander and squeeze out any excess water. Roughly chop the seaweed into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

Add the chopped seaweed to the bowl with the cucumber and carrot.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until the vegetables are well-coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Toast the sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from heat.

Step 9

Slice the scallions thinly, and peel and finely grate the fresh ginger.

Step 10

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds, sliced scallions, and grated ginger over the salad. Toss once more to combine.

Step 11

Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to chill for an even fresher taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(396.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	276.8

Total Fat 19.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 885.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 6.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126.9mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 765.2mg	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: 59.6%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 32.0%