Description

This Spiral Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant side dish that brings a zesty flair to any meal. Featuring playful spiral cuts, the cucumbers soak up a tangy marinade made with rice vinegar and gochugaru, delivering a delightful blend of fresh and slightly spicy flavors. Ideal for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a quick lunch option, this salad not only tastes incredible but also makes an impressive presentation on your table. With minimal effort required, even novice cooks can whip up this stunning dish that’s sure to impress family and friends.

Ingredients

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10 mini cucumbers
1 tbsp salt
1 green onion, sliced
2 tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
3 tbsp rice vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp sugar
1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

Spiralize the cucumbers using chopsticks to guide your cuts, making diagonal and straight slices to create spirals.
Place spiraled cucumbers in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 15 minutes.
Rinse cucumbers under cold water and pat dry.
In the bowl with cucumbers, mix in garlic, green onion, rice vinegar, gochugaru, sesame oil, sugar, and sesame seeds.
Gently combine until all ingredients are well coated; taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: None
Category: Side Dish
Method: No cooking required
Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 40
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg