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Asian cucumber salad with fresh vegetables and dressing, refreshing and crunchy

Asian Cucumber Salad

A quick and easy dish that combines crisp cucumbers with savory sauces and spices, ideal as a refreshing side or light snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 70
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces Persian cucumbers (or English cucumbers if unavailable)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt (preferably sea salt)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil (or toasted walnut oil for a different flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 0.5 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste or substitute with honey)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar if in a pinch)
  • 1 teaspoon chili oil (adjust according to spice preference)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (can substitute with chopped nuts)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced, optional for flavor)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing the cucumbers thoroughly.
  2. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons for a different shape.
  3. In a bowl, sprinkle the salt over the cucumber slices. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  4. After 10 minutes, drain the excess water that forms at the bottom of the bowl.
  5. Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and chili oil to the cucumbers.
  6. If you like garlic, add the minced clove to the mixture as well.
  7. Toss everything together until the cucumbers are well coated.
  8. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and give it one more gentle toss.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve the salad chilled for the best taste. It can be a side dish for grilled meats, stir-fries, or as a refreshing snack on its own. Store in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within a day to avoid sogginess.

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