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Japanese Cucumber Salad

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!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
21 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 37 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian

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

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  1. Place the cucumbers in a large bowl. Add the salt and toss to combine. Let the cucumbers stand for 10 minutes.
  2. Place the rice vinegar, sugar and soy sauce in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
  3. Transfer the cucumbers to a colander. Pour the excess liquid out of the bowl.
  4. Use your hands to squeeze any remaining liquid out of the cucumbers.
  5. Place the cucumbers back into the bowl. Add the rice vinegar mixture and toss to combine.
  6. 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

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

% 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.