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asian cucumber salad

10-Minute Asian Cucumber Salad – Crisp, Tangy Bliss


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 40 mins (including chilling)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and tangy Asian cucumber salad that’s quick to make and perfect as a side dish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Slice cucumbers thinly and place them in a bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss well.
  4. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, use English cucumbers.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes for more or less heat.
  • Best served cold.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Asian cucumber salad, easy salad, refreshing side dish