Description
Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for summer gatherings or as a light snack. With its crisp cucumbers, tangy rice vinegar, and a hint of sesame oil, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. It’s easy to prepare and can be made in minutes, making it an ideal choice for impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (toasted if possible)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or honey)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly using a knife or mandoline for uniform thickness.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss sliced cucumbers with the dressing until evenly coated.
- Add green onions and sesame seeds to the cucumber mixture; toss gently to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 15-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled in your favorite bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg