Salmon Sashimi with Kaiware and Tobiko
- Akihiro Shimo
- Aug 20
- 1 min read
This sashimi plate highlights the natural richness of salmon with the crisp bite of daikon sprouts and the briny crunch of tobiko. It’s a minimalist Japanese-style dish that’s both elegant and refreshing, perfect as an appetizer or light meal.
Servings: 1–2
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Ingredients
6–8 slices sashimi-grade salmon
1 small handful kaiware (daikon sprouts)
1–2 Tbsp tobiko (flying fish roe)
Soy sauce (for dipping)
Wasabi (optional)
Instructions
Prepare salmon
Slice sashimi-grade salmon into thin, even slices (if not pre-sliced).
Arrange plate
Fan salmon slices around the plate in a circular pattern.
Add garnish
Place kaiware sprouts in the center, allowing the stems to radiate outward. Top with tobiko for color and texture contrast.
Serve
Enjoy immediately with soy sauce and optional wasabi on the side.
Nutrition (per serving, approx. with 6 slices salmon + tobiko)
Calories: ~210
Protein: 22g
Fat: 12g (mostly omega-3)
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: <1g
Sodium: ~250mg (from tobiko, excluding soy sauce)
Why It Works
Minimalism in Balance: The dish emphasizes contrast — rich salmon, crisp sprouts, and salty tobiko.
Nutrient-Dense: Salmon provides high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, while tobiko adds minerals and a subtle crunch.
Serve with daikon oroshi and grated garlic dashi ponzu.

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