Lotus Root Salad With A Japanese Twist
If you want a nutritious side dish, try this Lotus Root Salad—a delicious blend of crispiness and Japanese flavors that will elevate your dining experience!
Looking for lotus root recipes? Try my Stir-fried Lotus Root, Lotus Root Soup, or Fried Lotus Root!
I’ll walk you through the ingredients and step-by-step instructions. I hope you enjoy it!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Lotus Root Salad:
How To Make Lotus Root Salad: STEP BY STEP
Here are some quick visual instructions! For the video and all the detailed ingredients and instructions, go to the printable recipe card below.
Step 1
Slice lotus root and carrot and soak in water.
Step 2
Blanch the lotus root and carrot slices.
Step 3
Put the lotus root, carrot, and lettuce in a large bowl.
Step 4
Add the dressing ingredients and toss.
A flavorful and delicious salad is ready to serve! You can adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
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Lotus Root Salad With A Japanese Twist
Print Pin SaveIngredients
- ½ Lotus Root, 150g
- ¼ Carrot, 20g
- A handful Lettuce
For The Dressing
- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- ½ Tbsp Soy Sauce
- ½ Tbsp Rice vinegar
- ½ Tbsp Ground sesame seeds
- ½ Tbsp Sugar
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables: Peel the lotus root and carrot, and slice them thinly using a slicer. Soak the slices in water for 5 minutes and drain. Meanwhile, rinse the lettuce and cut it into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Blanch: Blanch the lotus root and carrot slices in boiling water for a couple of minutes until they are slightly tender but still have a crunch. Drain and let them cool.
- Assemble the salad: Put the lotus root, carrot, and lettuce in a large bowl, and add mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ground sesame seeds, and sugar. Toss the ingredients thoroughly to ensure an even coating of the dressing on all the vegetables.
Video
Notes
- Lotus roots turn black when cut and exposed to air. To prevent this discoloration, soak them in water or vinegar water for about 5 minutes immediately after cutting.
- If you enjoy spicy food, feel free to enhance the heat by adding a little dried chili pepper for that extra kick.
