RECIPE: Umami Avocado and Cheese Salad with Nori Paste

This simple salad comes together in minutes but is full of umami! The savory flavor of nori (seaweed) and the citrus spice of yuzu kosho serve as the perfect complement to the rich avocados and creamy mozzarella cheese.

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

• 50g mozzarella cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes

• 1 tsp soy sauce*

• 1½ - 2 tsp Nori Paste with Yuzu Kosho (Nori Kuro)

• 1 ripe avocado (~100g without skin or pit, diced)

• Pinch of white sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine Nori Paste with Yuzu Kosho, soy sauce, and white sesame seeds.

2. Add the cubes of mozzarella cheese and toss to coat. Add the diced avocado and gently toss to combine. Garnish with additional sesame seeds if desired and enjoy! Pairs well with beer.