Japanese Cucumber Salad
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Japanese Cucumber Salad
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This Japanese cucumber salad is a light and refreshing blend of thinly sliced cucumbers tossed in a homemade dressing and garnished with sesame seeds. A quick and easy side dish that pairs well with a wide variety of main course options!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups cucumbers thinly sliced, I prefer to use Japanese or Persian cucumbers
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place the cucumbers in a large bowl. Add the salt and toss to combine. Let the cucumbers stand for 10 minutes.
- Place the rice vinegar, sugar and soy sauce in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Transfer the cucumbers to a colander. Pour the excess liquid out of the bowl.
- Use your hands to squeeze any remaining liquid out of the cucumbers.
- Place the cucumbers back into the bowl. Add the rice vinegar mixture and toss to combine.
- Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, then serve, or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
- For a more authentic flavor, use Japanese cucumbers if you can find them. If you can't get Japanese cucumbers, I recommend using Persian cucumbers which are available in many stores and have a similar flavor and consistency. You can also make this with traditional waxy cucumbers, but I recommend peeling them and removing the seeds.
- You can use a mandoline to easily cut your cucumbers into very thin slices.
- This salad can be made up to 6 hours before you plan to serve it. Leftovers will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
37kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
1333mg
(56%)
Potassium
191mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
96IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
28mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 37 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 37kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1333mg | 56% |
| Potassium | 191mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 96IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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