Soy Free Cilantro-Lime Seaweed Snack Squares
These crispy little squares deliver a serious flavor punch — bright lime, fresh cilantro, a whisper of ginger and turmeric, and that deep umami hit you'd expect from a seasoned seaweed snack. The secret weapon here is coconut aminos, which brings all the savory, salty depth of soy sauce without any soy in sight, making this a genuinely satisfying snack for anyone navigating that restriction. Store-bought seasoned nori snacks are notoriously tricky to vet, with soy-based seasonings hiding in nearly every popular brand, so making your own at home puts you completely in control. The glaze comes together in one small bowl, and the oven does the rest — just a few minutes at low heat transforms stacked nori sheets into something shatteringly crisp and deeply flavorful. Letting them cool on the board is key, since they continue to firm up off the heat and reach that perfect snap. Cut them into squares and they're ready to snack on straight, crumble over rice bowls, or tuck into a lunchbox for something a little unexpected.
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4 servings
- 5 sheets nori (full-size, unseasoned)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, melted coconut oil, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, ground ginger, turmeric, sea salt, and honey (if using) until combined.
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