Ingredients

4 cups wakame seaweed , cut , soaked for 10 minutes and then rinsed and drained
2 cups julienned cucumbers
1 tablespoon gomashio , for garnishing
3 tablespoons wheat-free tamari
4 tablespoons brown rice vinegar
2 tablespoons cold pressed sesame oil
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons freshly minced ginger
3 teaspoons agave nectar
Mika’s Vegan Seaweed and Cucumber Salad is a healthy and flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. This salad combines wakame seaweed with julienned cucumbers and a delicious dressing that is both light and flavorful. Whether you are looking for something to add to your lunchtime meal or need a refreshing side dish for a summer barbecue, this salad is sure to be a hit.

Instructions

1.Soak the wakame seaweed in water for 10 minutes.
2.Rinse and then drain the seaweed.
3.Mix the tamari, brown rice vinegar, sesame oil, lemon juice, ginger, and agave nectar together in a bowl.
4.Add the seaweed and cucumber to the bowl and toss together.
5.Sprinkle gomashio on top for garnish.

PROS

This salad is vegan, gluten-free, and healthy.

Wakame seaweed is an excellent source of iodine, which is important for thyroid function.

Cucumbers are low in calories and a good source of hydration.

The dressing is made with nutritious ingredients like sesame oil and fresh ginger.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the texture or taste of seaweed.

If you are on a low-sodium diet, you may want to limit the amount of tamari used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eating seaweed has been linked to various health benefits like reducing inflammation, improving heart health, and supporting thyroid function.
The ingredients in the dressing are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
This salad is a nutritious and refreshing side dish to add to your meals.

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