Description
Elevate your dining experience with this Quick and Refreshing Easy Asian Cucumber Salad. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a healthy snack, this salad combines the crispness of fresh cucumbers with a tangy dressing made from sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. With its vibrant flavors and crunchy texture, it’s not only delicious but also versatile enough to complement various dishes—whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal. Plus, it’s customizable to suit your taste preferences, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 5 Persian cucumbers
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil
- ¾ tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ¾ tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chili oil (to taste)
- ½ tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse cucumbers and slice them at an angle into thin pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers with salt and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
- Drain excess water and rinse cucumbers briefly under cold water.
- Add sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame seeds to the bowl; mix well until combined.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose firm Persian cucumbers for the best crunch. Adjust the amount of chili oil based on your spice preference. For added freshness, consider mixing in herbs like cilantro or mint.