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Asian Cucumber Salad

Crunchy Asian Cucumber Salad with a Spicy Kick

A refreshing Asian Cucumber Salad with a spicy sesame-soy dressing, perfect for warm days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 91
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups English Cucumbers Thinly sliced or accordion-cut
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated White Sugar Balances savory notes
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Adds crunch and nutty aroma
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Substitute with coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds tangy sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese Chili Oil Introduces heat
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Foundational in Asian cuisine
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To draw moisture from cucumbers

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Chopsticks
  • measuring spoons
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all the ingredients necessary for your Asian cucumber salad and streamline the cooking process.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine sugar, sesame seeds, minced garlic, finely chopped green onion, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame oil. Whisk until sugar dissolves.
  3. Trim the ends of the cucumbers. Make accordion cuts down the length using chopsticks to guide your knife. Then slice crosswise into bite-sized spirals.
  4. Place cucumber spirals in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Massage salt in and let sit for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Rinse the cucumbers under cold water thoroughly to remove excess salt and pat dry.
  6. Pour the marinade over the cucumbers and gently toss to coat evenly. Let sit for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use English cucumbers for sweetness and avoid freezing to maintain freshness.

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