Description
Asian cucumber salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer with its crisp texture and delightful blend of tangy and sweet flavors. Perfect as a side for barbecues or a light main course, this easy-to-make salad comes together in just minutes. With every bite, enjoy the crunch of fresh cucumbers, the zing of rice vinegar, and a hint of sesame oil. This salad not only impresses guests but also makes you feel good about eating your greens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (or green onions)
- 1 tsp sugar (or honey)
- ¼ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and chili flakes until well combined.
- Toss the cucumber slices with chopped cilantro in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over and mix well.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give it a final toss and garnish with extra cilantro or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added color, consider including radishes or bell peppers. To enhance flavors, let the salad marinate for up to an hour before serving.