Asian Cucumber Salad (5 Minute)
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4.8
Asian Cucumber Salad (5 Minute)
Description
Asian Cucumber Salad (5 Minute) features thinly sliced cucumbers tossed in a dressing made from soy sauce, Korean chili powder, chili oil, sesame oil, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sugar. This combination creates a fresh, spicy, and umami-rich dressing that coats the cucumbers evenly. The sesame seeds and crushed roasted peanuts contribute additional texture and a nutty element. The method involves whisking the dressing ingredients until well blended and then refrigerating the salad, allowing the flavors to meld while keeping the cucumbers crisp. This salad serves well chilled, providing a refreshing contrast to heavier dishes or summer meals.
Ingredients
- 16 oz cucumber or Japanese cucumbers, mini
- 1 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tsp Korean chili powder
- 2 tsp Chili oil
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp peanuts crushed, roasted
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers into 1/3-inch pieces. Set aside.
- Place remaining ingredients into a large bowl. Whisk together until the sugar and salt dissolve.
- Add cucumbers to the bowl, toss to combine it all together. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 98 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 98kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 174mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 379IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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