Super Seaweed!!
Dulse is a seaweed superfood that is very popular in Eastern cultures such as Japan, Korea, and China. For this reason, many health issues Americans face today are mostly non-existent to these people. It is red in color and has a spicy, salty flavor.
Here are Just a Few Health Benefits of Dulse:
1)High in vitamins and minerals - Specifically vitamins B6, B12, A, iron, potassium, phosphorus, and manganese
2) Helps heal poor digestive systems
3) Rebuilds and maintains all glands in the body
4) Cleanses the body of heavy metals
5) Increases metabolism and aids in weight loss
6) Also high in calcium, fiber, and protein
7) Supports healthy brain function
8) Very high in iodine for healthy thyroid function
9) Great for adding flavor to cooking
10) Heals and enhances the liver
It can be added to soups, casseroles, stir fries, grains, bread, stews, pasta, fish, sprinkled on top of salads, eggs, vegetables, in smoothies, sauces and etc! Use it as a replacement for salt! I like to put it on my popcorn too! :)
Garden Salad with Dulse and Walnuts
2 large handfuls arugula or other salad greens
1/2 cup dulse fronds, torn into bite-size pieces, or 1/4 cup dulse flakes
Sea salt to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup roasted walnut halves
Place the arugula and dulse in a salad bowl and toss with salt. Drizzle on the oil and toss again. Add the lemon juice and pepper and give a final toss. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Garnish with walnuts.
