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Asian Cucumber Salad

Zesty Asian Cucumber Salad Ready in Just 15 Minutes

This Asian Cucumber Salad is a quick, refreshing side dish that features a delicious balance of sweet and spicy flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium cucumbers English or Persian preferred
  • 1 tablespoon granulated white sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted for better flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic fresh, crushed
  • 2 stalks green onion chopped finely
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese chili oil adjust to heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt for cucumber salting

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife
  • Chopsticks
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Gather all the ingredients for your Asian Cucumber Salad: cucumbers, sugar, sesame seeds, garlic, green onion, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame oil, and salt.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, sesame seeds, crushed garlic, and chopped green onion. Slowly add soy sauce (or coconut aminos), rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame oil. Mix well.
  3. Cut off the ends of each cucumber and slice using chopsticks to prevent cutting through. Make diagonal cuts followed by straight cuts to create spiral shapes.
  4. Transfer cucumbers into a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Massage gently to draw out moisture. Let sit for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Rinse cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt and pat dry.
  6. Add cucumbers to the dressing in a large bowl and toss to coat.
  7. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 480mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use English or Persian cucumbers and let the salad chill briefly to enhance flavors.

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