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Healthy Recipes using Fresh Sea Urchin (Uni)

Uni Avocado Toast

A delightful twist on classic avocado toast, topped with creamy sea urchin for a rich, umami flavor.

Ingredients
  • 2 slices whole grain bread
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 100g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Microgreens for garnish
Instructions
  1. Toast the whole grain bread until golden brown.
  2. In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the avocado mixture on the toasted bread and top with fresh sea urchin and microgreens.

Uni and Cucumber Salad

A refreshing salad combining the delicate flavors of sea urchin with crisp cucumber and a zesty dressing.

Ingredients
  • 200g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and soy sauce.
  2. Gently fold in the fresh sea urchin, being careful not to break it apart.
  3. Serve chilled, garnished with sesame seeds.

Uni Pasta with Lemon Garlic Sauce

A luxurious pasta dish featuring fresh sea urchin in a light lemon garlic sauce, perfect for a healthy dinner.

Ingredients
  • 200g whole wheat spaghetti
  • 100g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
  1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant, then add lemon juice.
  3. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and gently fold in the sea urchin. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Uni Sushi Rolls

Sushi rolls featuring fresh sea urchin, avocado, and cucumber, wrapped in nori for a healthy and delicious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 4 sheets nori
  • 100g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • Soy sauce for dipping
Instructions
  1. Prepare sushi rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
  2. Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo mat, spread a thin layer of rice, and add sea urchin, avocado, and cucumber.
  3. Roll tightly and slice into pieces. Serve with soy sauce.

Uni Quinoa Bowl

A nutritious quinoa bowl topped with fresh sea urchin, roasted vegetables, and a light vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 100g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 1 cup mixed roasted vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa and roasted vegetables.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Top with fresh sea urchin and serve warm.

Uni and Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry

A low-carb stir-fry featuring cauliflower rice and fresh sea urchin, packed with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups cauliflower rice
  • 100g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 1 cup mixed bell peppers, sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • Green onions for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté bell peppers until tender.
  2. Add cauliflower rice and soy sauce, cooking until heated through.
  3. Gently fold in the sea urchin and garnish with green onions before serving.

Uni and Sweet Potato Tacos

Healthy tacos filled with roasted sweet potatoes and fresh sea urchin, topped with a zesty lime crema.

Ingredients
  • 4 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup roasted sweet potatoes
  • 100g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with lime juice to create the crema.
  2. Warm the corn tortillas in a pan, then fill each with roasted sweet potatoes and sea urchin.
  3. Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with cilantro.

Uni and Asparagus Salad

A light salad featuring fresh asparagus and sea urchin, drizzled with a tangy lemon vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 200g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 1 bunch asparagus, blanched
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Shaved parmesan for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine blanched asparagus with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Gently fold in the fresh sea urchin.
  3. Serve topped with shaved parmesan.

Uni and Beetroot Carpaccio

A visually stunning carpaccio dish featuring thinly sliced beetroot and fresh sea urchin, drizzled with a citrus dressing.

Ingredients
  • 2 medium beetroots, thinly sliced
  • 100g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 orange
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Arugula for garnish
Instructions
  1. Arrange the beetroot slices on a plate in a circular pattern.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil, orange juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Top with fresh sea urchin and arugula before serving.

Uni Stuffed Bell Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a mixture of quinoa, sea urchin, and herbs, baked to perfection.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 100g fresh sea urchin (uni)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa, sea urchin, herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture and bake for 25 minutes.