Best 4 Cucumber Seaweed Salad Recipes

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**Cucumber Seaweed Salad: A Refreshing and Vibrant Side Dish**

Cucumber seaweed salad is a refreshing and vibrant side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This light and flavorful salad is made with crisp cucumbers, wakame seaweed, and a tangy dressing. It is a popular dish in many Asian cuisines, and it is also gaining popularity in Western countries as people become more interested in healthy and flavorful foods. This article provides three different recipes for cucumber seaweed salad, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic cucumber seaweed salad that is made with a simple dressing of rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil. The second recipe adds a bit of heat with the addition of red pepper flakes, and the third recipe includes a creamy avocado dressing for a rich and satisfying salad. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and healthy dish.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SEAWEED AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this Seaweed and Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Scarlett516

Categories     Japanese

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup wakame seaweed, hiziki or 1/2 cup arame seaweed
1 medium japanese cucumber (or English cucumber)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1 teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a small pot of water to a boil.
  • While the water is coming to a boil, soak the seaweed in cool water for 10 minutes.
  • Put the seaweed into the boiling water, remove immediately, then plunge into the cold water.
  • Dry the seaweed, trim any rough parts, and chop.
  • Meanwhile, cut the cucumber in half length-wise. If there are lots of seeds, scrape them out. Slice as thinly as possible.
  • Mix the cucumber and seaweed.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients and pour over the vegetables.
  • Chill up to 2 hours before serving.

SEAWEED SALAD WITH CUCUMBER



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ounce wakame or assorted seaweeds
1/2 pound thin-skinned cucumber
4 ounces konyaku, shredded (optional)
1/2 to 1 pound cooked chicken or cooked shrimp (optional)
1/4 cup minced shallot, scallion or red onion
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon mirin
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
Salt, if necessary
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • Rinse seaweed, and soak it in at least 10 times its volume of water.
  • Wash and dice cucumber; do not peel unless necessary. When seaweed is tender, 5 minutes later, add konyaku if you are using it, then drain and squeeze mixture to remove excess water. Pick through seaweed to sort out hard bits; chop if pieces are large. Combine cucumber and seaweed; shred or chop chicken or shrimp if necessary, and add to bowl.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except sesame seeds, and toss; taste, and add salt or other seasonings as necessary; serve garnished with the sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 55, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 445 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

CUCUMBER-SEAWEED SALAD



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A ginger and coconut aminos dressing brings together this healthful salad of crunchy cucumbers and toothsome seaweed.

Provided by Amy Myers, MD

Categories     HarperCollins     Salad     Side     Cucumber     Ginger     Quick & Easy     Quick and Healthy     Healthy     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Vegetarian     Vegan

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Salad:
3/4 ounce dried wakame seaweed, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and diced
Dressing:
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons coconut aminos
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/2 small lemon
1/2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
Pinch of fine sea salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, soak the wakame in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes. Drain in a colander. Combine the seaweed and cucumber in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk together the vinegar, coconut aminos, olive oil, lemon juice, ginger, and salt. Toss the vegetables with 2 tablespoons dressing. Taste and add more dressing if desired.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SEAWEED



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds Kirby cucumbers, sliced paper thin
2 1/4 tablespoons salt
1/4 cup fuero wakame (dried green seaweed strips), reconstituted in 1 cup water
1/2 cup Sunomono Su Konbudasi (vinegar-and-kelp sauce; see note)
2 to 4 teaspoons sugar
6 lemon slices
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a bowl, thoroughly mix the cucumbers with the salt by hand for about 2 minutes and let them sit for 10 minutes. Fill the bowl with cold water and strain.
  • Strain the seaweed. In a clean bowl, combine the vinegar sauce and sugar to taste. Toss in the cucumbers and the seaweed until well combined with the sauce.
  • Serve mounded on individual plates with a slice of lemon and sprinkled with sesame seeds.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumbers and seaweed. If using dried seaweed, be sure to soak it in water for at least 30 minutes before using.
  • To make the salad more flavorful, add a variety of seasonings, such as sesame seeds, ginger, garlic, or chili peppers.
  • If you don't have rice vinegar on hand, you can substitute white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • To make a vegan version of the salad, omit the fish sauce and use a plant-based alternative, such as soy sauce or tamari.
  • Cucumber seaweed salad is a great make-ahead dish. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cucumber seaweed salad is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give cucumber seaweed salad a try!

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