Description
Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the crispness of fresh cucumbers with a zesty dressing. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or light snack, this salad can be prepared in just 25 minutes. The tangy blend of sesame oil, soy sauce, and chili oil offers a delightful burst of flavor that complements any meal. With its low-calorie profile and hydrating ingredients, this salad is both delicious and health-conscious. Customize the spice level to suit your taste by adjusting the amount of chili oil used. Serve it chilled for the best experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 Persian cucumbers
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3/4 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1/2–1 tbsp sugar
- 3/4 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp chili oil
- 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tbsp garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water and slice them into oval-shaped pieces.
- Mix sliced cucumbers with salt in a bowl and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Drain excess water and rinse cucumbers briefly before returning them to the mixing bowl.
- Add sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and garlic (if using). Stir well to combine.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg