Asian Cucumber Salad (Spicy or Mild)
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Asian Cucumber Salad (Spicy or Mild)
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This Asian Cucumber Salad is a crisp, vibrant, and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. It’s made with a blend of crisp cucumbers, rice vinegar dressing, and a hint of spice. Add this cucumber salad to your favorite sushi bowls for a delightful crunch, or enjoy as a refreshing side dish or snack!
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Ingredients
- 6 Persian/baby cucumbers ~1 lb.
- 1 green onion thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar (15g)
- 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (15g)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil (15g)
- 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- ½ to 2 tsp Gochugaru crushed chili pepper or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and dry them well. Slice thinly, about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick (or to preference).
- If time allows, add cucumbers to a colander with 1/2 tsp salt and place a plate underneath. Let sit for 30 minutes (this will help water escape & make them crunchier). After, lightly rinse and pat dry with a towel.
- Whisk the green onion, garlic, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, sugar and Gochugaru flakes in a bowl. Start with about 1/2 tsp chili pepper flakes for mild heat and add more as desired.
- Add the cucumbers and toss to evenly coat.
- Sprinkle extra sesame seeds on top + any herbs you have on hand if desired and enjoy!
Notes
- Salt cucumbers: if time allows, sprinkle your cut cucumbers with a tiny bit of salt cucumbers and let sit for 30 minutes. This helps remove excess moisture and makes your cucumbers extra crunchy!
- Use smooth-skinned cucumbers: for best flavor and texture, use cucumbers with thin skin like Persian or english cucumbers.
- Toast sesame seeds: lightly toast your sesame seeds in a small pan for optimal flavor!!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1/4 of recipe (132g)
Calories
68kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
6.8g
(2%)
Protein
0.7g
(1%)
Fat
4.2g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
0.6g
(3%)
Sodium
170.4mg
(7%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1.4g
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 68 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe (132g) | |
| Calories | 68kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.8g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.7g | 1% |
| Fat | 4.2g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6g | 3% |
| Sodium | 170.4mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1.4g | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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