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Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Easy Asian Cucumber Salad for Quick Summer Crunch

This Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and tangy side dish perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Persian Cucumbers Substitute with English cucumbers if unavailable
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances texture
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Toasted for deeper flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can sub with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Oil Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Can replace with poppy seeds
  • 1 clove Garlic (minced) Optional for flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Cucumbers: Rinse cucumbers, cut ends at an angle, and slice thinly.
  2. Salt the Cucumbers: Toss with salt in a mixing bowl, cover, and chill for 20 minutes.
  3. Drain and Rinse: Drain cucumbers, rinse under cold water, and return to the bowl.
  4. Whisk the Dressing: Combine dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk until blended.
  5. Combine and Serve: Pour dressing over cucumbers, add sesame seeds, toss gently, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best served fresh; leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day.

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