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Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

A refreshing Easy Asian Cucumber Salad perfect for any meal, combining crisp cucumbers with a savory dressing.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

Cucumber Salad Ingredients

  • 5 Persian cucumbers
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tbsp sesame oil
  • ¾ tbsp light soy sauce
  • ½-1 tbsp sugar see notes
  • ¾ tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp chili oil adjust according to heat preference
  • ½ tbsp sesame seeds
  • ½ tbsp garlic minced (optional)

Instructions
 

Preparation Instructions

  • Rinse and slice one end of the cucumber at an angle.
  • Continue slicing at an angle. Slices should look more oval than round. Thickness should be up to preference.
  • Add to a bowl/container and sprinkle ½ teaspoon of salt.
  • Mix that well and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out the water.
  • Drain the water and give the cucumbers a quick 10 seconds rinse before returning back to the bowl/container.
  • Add sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and garlic.
  • Stir until well combined and serve. Enjoy!

Notes

Start with ½ tablespoon of sugar and taste. Adjust accordingly to your preference. Garlic is optional but recommended. Best served immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Asian salad, cucumber salad, Easy Asian Cucumber Salad, healthy salad, refreshing salad, vegetable side
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