Jul 14 2026
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Wakame Salad Recipe

Inspired by Mikuni
Time25m
Serves4

Marinated seaweed salad with toasted sesame seeds

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak the Wakame

    Place the dried wakame seaweed in a bowl and cover it with warm water. Let it soak for about 10 minutes until it expands and softens. Drain and squeeze out excess water.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Julienne the carrot and cucumber. Thinly slice the scallions.

  3. 3

    Mix the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the soaked wakame, julienned carrots, cucumbers, and scallions.

  4. 4

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and a pinch of sugar.

  5. 5

    Combine and Serve

    Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

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