Seaweed salad with vegetables

Seaweed Salad with Vegetables is a nutritious and refreshing dish that’s easy to make. Here’s a simple recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried seaweed (wakame or your choice, soaked and rehydrated)
• 1 cup cucumber (thinly sliced or julienned)
• 1 carrot (julienned)
• 1/4 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 green onion (sliced)
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)

For the Dressing:

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional)
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions:

1. Rehydrate the Seaweed:

   • Soak the dried seaweed in warm water for about 10-15 minutes until it expands and becomes tender. Drain and squeeze out excess water.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • In a bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and green onion.

3. Make the Dressing:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (if using), grated ginger (if using), and sesame seeds.

4. Combine:

   • Add the rehydrated seaweed to the vegetable mixture. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

5. Garnish and Serve:

   • Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Optional Add-Ins:

• Avocado slices for creaminess.
• Edamame for added protein.
• A splash of chili oil for a bit of heat.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy Seaweed Salad with Vegetables!