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Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Easy Asian Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Twist for Your Table

Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a light, refreshing dish with a twist, perfect for summer gatherings and quick meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 Persian cucumbers Or substitute with English cucumbers
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame oil Substitute with neutral oil if allergic
  • 2 tablespoons Light soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Adjust to taste or omit for low-sugar version
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Substitute with apple cider vinegar if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Chili oil Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced, optional for flavor complexity
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds Or replace with crushed nuts, optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 2-3 Persian cucumbers under cool running water and slice them diagonally into thin oval shapes, about ¼-inch thick.
  2. Place sliced cucumbers in a mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss gently and let sit in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  3. Remove cucumbers from the fridge, pour off excess liquid, rinse under cold water, drain well, and return to the mixing bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar. Add 1 teaspoon of chili oil if desired.
  5. Pour the dressing over the drained cucumbers, add 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds and minced garlic if desired. Toss gently until well coated.
  6. Serve immediately, garnishing with extra sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To maintain crispness, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.

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