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Asian Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Asian Cucumber Salad for Quick Light Meals

This Asian Cucumber Salad is a quick, vibrant, light meal or side dish that combines crisp cucumbers with a tangy, spicy dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2-3 pieces Persian cucumbers English cucumbers can be used as a substitute.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds Poppy seeds can be used if sesame is unavailable.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame oil Sunflower oil can be used as a lighter alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Light soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste or use honey.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar White vinegar can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili oil Optional; sriracha can be used instead.
  • 1 clove Garlic (minced, optional) Garlic powder can substitute fresh.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse 2-3 Persian cucumbers under cool running water and slice diagonally into oval-shaped pieces about ¼ inch thick. Set aside.
  2. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon of salt evenly over cucumber slices, toss gently, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 20 minutes to enhance flavor and texture.
  3. Drain excess liquid, rinse cucumbers under cold water, shake off excess water, and return to the mixing bowl.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of chili oil to the cucumbers. Stir gently to coat.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for at least 20 minutes for the best flavor. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 320mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor experience, chill the salad for at least 20 minutes before serving and consider keeping the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain freshness.

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