Description

This delightful superfood salad combines fresh carrots, colorful watermelon radishes, and nutrient-packed arame seaweed. Each ingredient adds a unique flavor and texture and brings many health benefits. In this article, we will explore the remarkable components of this salad, from its fresh ingredients to the environmental impact of choosing local produce.

Ingredients

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Salad:

2 medium carrots, julienned and diced

one watermelon radish, thinly diced

1/4 cup dried arame (rehydrated)

1 small cucumber, diced

two green onions, finely sliced (optional)

1 tsp black sesame seeds

Miso-Lime Vinaigrette:

1 tbsp white miso paste

Juice of 1 lime

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tsp freshly grated ginger and turmeric if you have it.

1–2 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp tamari or soy sauce (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Arame: Soak arame in warm water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Prep Vegetables: Thinly dice the carrots, watermelon radish, and cucumber. Combine in a large salad bowl.
Make the Dressing: Whisk together the miso, lime juice, rice vinegar, ginger, sesame oil, tamari, and maple syrup until smooth.
Assemble the Salad: Add the rehydrated arame and green onions to the salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.