Fragrant Spring Delight: Low-Sodium Munamuri Cucumber Salad
Fragrant Spring Delight: Low-Sodium Munamuri Cucumber Salad
Healthy and Delicious: Low-Sodium Munamuri with Cucumber, Perfect for a Light Meal
Spring is here, and with it, the season for fresh, vibrant ingredients! Today, we’re creating a refreshing munamuri salad using fragrant munamuri (Korean angelica tree leaves) and crisp cucumber. This recipe is ideal for those who need to watch their sodium intake, including individuals recovering from illness, those on a diet, or anyone looking to reduce salt for health reasons. It utilizes a low-sodium soy sauce recipe, making it a guilt-free and flavorful side dish. Enjoy the subtle herbal notes of munamuri and the refreshing crunch of cucumber in this healthy and delicious salad.
Main Ingredients- Munamuri (Korean Angelica Tree Leaves) – 80g (washed and trimmed)
- Cucumber – 100g (washed)
- Red chili pepper – 1 (seeds removed)
- Green chili pepper (Cheongyang pepper) – 1 (seeds removed)
- Minced green onion – 1 Tbsp
Low-Sodium Seasoning- Low-sodium soy sauce – 3 Tbsp
- Red chili powder – 1 tsp
- Plum extract (Maesilcheong) – 1 Tbsp (adjust sweetness to taste)
- Lemon juice – 1 Tbsp (for brightness)
- Perilla oil (Deulgireum) – 1 Tbsp (for nutty aroma)
- Toasted sesame seeds, crushed – 1 Tbsp (for garnish)
- Low-sodium soy sauce – 3 Tbsp
- Red chili powder – 1 tsp
- Plum extract (Maesilcheong) – 1 Tbsp (adjust sweetness to taste)
- Lemon juice – 1 Tbsp (for brightness)
- Perilla oil (Deulgireum) – 1 Tbsp (for nutty aroma)
- Toasted sesame seeds, crushed – 1 Tbsp (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the ingredients. Wash the munamuri thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Wash the cucumber and slice it thinly on the bias (diagonally). For the chili peppers, remove the seeds and julienne them finely. This will add both color and a touch of heat to the salad.
Step 2
Next, let’s make the seasoning. In a bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, red chili powder, plum extract, lemon juice, perilla oil, and crushed toasted sesame seeds. Whisk everything together until well combined. You can adjust the sweetness by adding a little more or less plum extract to your preference.
Step 3
Add the sliced cucumber, julienned red and green chili peppers, and minced green onion to the seasoning mixture. Gently toss them to coat. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cucumber mushy.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to add the star ingredient: the munamuri. Add the prepared munamuri to the bowl. Using your fingertips, gently toss everything together until the munamuri is lightly coated with the seasoning. Avoid overmixing to preserve the fresh, aromatic quality of the munamuri.
Step 5
Finally, transfer the beautifully seasoned munamuri and cucumber salad to a serving dish. This refreshing and healthy salad is perfect as a light side dish or even a delightful salad on its own. Enjoy its fresh flavors immediately for the best taste!
