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Omakase Summer Salad with Watermelon Sashimi

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A refreshing summer salad featuring thinly sliced watermelon sashimi paired with crisp greens, yuzu-soy dressing, and toasted sesame seeds, perfect for a light meal or elegant side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed (about 600g)
  • 1 medium fresh cucumber (about 200g)
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (baby arugula, mizuna, butter lettuce) (about 120g)
  • 2 tablespoons yuzu juice (or a mix of fresh lemon and lime juice)
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • ½ clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • A handful fresh mint or shiso leaves
  • Thinly sliced radishes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut watermelon into ¼-inch thick slices, trim off rind, then slice into thin sashimi-style rectangles about 2 inches wide and 4 inches long. Lay flat on a plate.
  2. Slice cucumber into thin half-moons or ribbons. Slice radishes paper-thin if using. Set aside.
  3. Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat.
  4. Whisk together yuzu juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined. Adjust sweetness or acidity to taste.
  5. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cucumber slices, and radishes. Drizzle half the dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Arrange watermelon sashimi slices on a serving platter or individual plates. Top with dressed salad mixture.
  7. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and fresh mint or shiso leaves on top. Drizzle remaining dressing over everything.

Notes

Slice watermelon as thin as possible for best sashimi texture. Toast sesame seeds fresh for nutty flavor. Keep greens dry to avoid sogginess. Serve salad immediately or keep components separate and combine just before serving. Yuzu juice can be substituted with equal parts lemon and lime juice. Radishes are optional but add a nice peppery crunch.

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Keywords: watermelon sashimi, summer salad, yuzu dressing, omakase salad, refreshing salad, healthy salad, vegan salad

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