Butterbur salad with sesame dressing
Butterbur salad with sesame dressing is a refreshing Japanese side dish featuring blanched and chopped butterbur (fuki) stalks tossed in a savory, nutty dressing. The primary ingredients are tender butterbur, sesame paste, soy sauce, and often a touch of sugar or vinegar. It is a classic dish in Japanese home cooking, particularly popular in the spring when butterbur is in season.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally low in calories and carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of fat coming from the sesame dressing. It provides a good source of dietary fiber and essential minerals like potassium and calcium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 110 mcg |
| Magnesium | 55 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 75 mg |
Per 1 cup (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Butterbur (fuki) has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for centuries, valued not only for its unique, slightly bitter flavor but also for its traditional use in herbal remedies for allergies. The combination of the earthy vegetable with the rich, umami-packed sesame dressing creates a perfectly balanced, satisfying flavor profile.
