Last Updated on October 7, 2023
This Asian-style VEGAN SEAWEED SALAD is a light and healthy appetizer or side dish that’s so easy to prepare.
You can make a big batch and keep it in the fridge for a few days, it gets more flavorful day by day. It’s always better to make your own at home since it only takes less than 10 minutes to make!
Seaweed salad is extremely nutritious, and it is one of the best plant-based vitamin B12 foods.
Do you like more seaweed in your life? Check this one out: Super Simple Seaweed and Tofu Soup
What Type of Seaweed to choose
There are different types of seaweed used in seaweed salads in Asia, including Wakame, Nori, Sea Lettuce, hijiki, Dulse, and Irish moss.
But the most commonly used type of seaweed for salad is Kelp, which is of the brown variety.
When dried, kelp turns a much darker brownish-green nearly black. When cooking, dry kelp needs to be reconstituted before use.
Why Kelp? Kelp is strong in flavor compared to other types of seaweed, which tastes like a fresh oyster.
It also can have a bit of an umami taste (natural Monosodium glutamate), which is a very savory taste.
However, it’s important to find clean organic products as seaweed can be easily contaminated by waters that are polluted.
Is Seaweed Salad Vegan?
Seaweed is a large multicellular algae called a macroalgae. It’s naturally vegan.
In addition to being vegan, it is rich in vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients. Plus, it contains omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B12. The minerals iodine and tyrosine in seaweed support thyroid function.
It is important to use vegan seasoning ingredients when making seaweed salad. It is possible that some seasonings contain animal products.
Where to buy Seaweed?
- You can go to your local Asian markets, and usually, you can find carry bags of assorted dried seaweed imported from Asia. Sometimes you can find them at Whole Foods stores.
- If you don’t have Asian markets nearby where you live, you can buy it here through Amazon
What’s a Vegan Seaweed Salad made of?
To make a seaweed salad, just mix all the seaweed with all the seasonings together. Taste best when chilled in the refrigerator before serving.
This delicious Vegan Seaweed Salad calls for the following ingredients:
- Dried Seaweed(Kelp)
- Minced Garlic
- Roasted White Sesame Seeds
- Scallion (spring onion)
How to make a Vegan Seaweed Salad?
- Soak dried seaweed in water( cold or lukewarm) for about 15 minutes or until they are softened.
- Drain the water and squeeze the excess water out of the seaweed.
- Cut the seaweed into bite-sized pieces by using a pair of scissors.
- Add all seasonings and ingredients to the seaweed and toss well. Chill in the fridge( taste best overnight)and serve cold.
How to Store?
After making it, transfer it to a clean and dried air-tight container and refrigerate it until needed.
It will last for up to a week. Just give it a good stir before serving.
Enjoy this healthy seaweed salad! 🙂
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Vegan Seaweed Salad
Ingredients
- 1 oz Dried Seaweed (Kelp) 25g Note1
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Sprig Scallion Thinly Sliced
- 1 ea Red Chili (optional) Thinly Sliced
- 1 Tbsp Roasted White Sesame Seeds
Salad Dressing
- 1 Tbsp Light Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Organic Sugar or 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 pinch Salt to taste
Instructions
- Soak dried seaweed in water (cold or luke warm) for about 15 minutes or until they are softened.
- Drain the water and squeeze the excess water out of the seaweed.
- Cut the seaweed into bite-sized pieces by using a pair of scissors.
- Add all seasonings and ingredients into the seaweed and toss well. Chill in the fridge (taste best overnight)and serve cold.