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Asian Asparagus and Seaweed Salad

Seaweed is such a nutritious food because it is rich in minerals, especially iodine.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
 

  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 1⁄2 cup dried seaweed (optional) (wakame, arame, kelp)
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger root
  • 2 tbsp tamari (or soy) sauce
  • 1⁄2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1⁄4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp dark sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1⁄8 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions
 

  • Soak the seaweed in water for 30 minutes.
  • Add a colander and water to a large pot and bring to a boil.
  • Snap off the ends of the asparagus and slice each stalk into bite-size pieces
  • Steam until tender (7 minutes).
  • Rinse with cold water.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl and toss with the asparagus and seaweed.
  • Can be served hot or cold.