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Asian Cucumber Salad

Refresh Your Plate with Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

This Easy Asian Cucumber Salad offers a refreshing blend of flavors and textures, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Salting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
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.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor and drawing out moisture.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame oil Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Light soy sauce Tamari is a great gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a suitable replacement.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili oil Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced, optional.
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds Using toasted seeds can elevate flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 2–3 Persian cucumbers under cold water and slice one end at an angle, creating oval slices.
  2. Place cucumber slices into a mixing bowl and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of salt. Toss gently and allow to sit for at least 20 minutes.
  3. After 20 minutes, drain excess water and rinse cucumbers briefly under cold water.
  4. In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and chili oil. Whisk until dissolved.
  5. Pour the dressing over cucumber slices and add sesame seeds. Toss gently to coat every slice.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately for the best crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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