Kombu Seaweed Salad

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup dried kombu seaweed
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Soak the kombu seaweed in a bowl of cold water for 15 minutes.
2. Drain the seaweed and pat it dry with a paper towel.
3. In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and salt to make the dressing.
4. Toss the seaweed with the dressing until it is evenly coated.
5. Serve the salad at room temperature or chilled.

Interesting Facts

• Kombu seaweed is an edible algae that is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
• Kombu is a traditional ingredient in many Japanese dishes.
• Kombu seaweed is high in iodine, which is important for proper thyroid function.