Description
Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and zesty side dish made with freshly sliced cucumbers and savory Asian-style dressing. Perfect for any occasion, it’s quick to prepare, offering a burst of crispiness that complements a variety of meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for topping
- A handful of fresh cilantro and mint, chopped
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers thinly and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and chili flakes.
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water, add to a bowl, pour the dressing over, and toss to combine.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and mint, and sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Best served fresh for optimal crunch.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prepare the dressing separately if making in advance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 70 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg