Quick Asian Cucumber Salad without Soy Sauce
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Quick Asian Cucumber Salad without Soy Sauce
Description
Quick Asian Cucumber Salad without Soy Sauce combines the crunch of thinly sliced cucumber and the sharp bite of red onion with a distinctive dressing made from rice vinegar, sugar, sea salt, red chili powder (gochukaru), sesame oil, and sesame seeds. The cucumbers, preferably Japanese or English varieties, are sliced thinly to about 1/8 inch, allowing the dressing to coat them evenly.
The dressing's acidity from rice vinegar balances the sweetness of the sugar and the mild heat of the chili powder, providing a vibrant flavor profile. Sesame oil adds nuttiness, while sesame seeds contribute a subtle textural contrast. The salad stands out because it avoids soy sauce, offering an alternative tangy Asian flavor without salty soy notes.
This salad is a suitable side or appetizer, especially when fresh cucumbers are available. It is best served after letting the flavors meld for a few minutes. Adjusting chili powder and sugar can customize the heat and sweetness according to preference.
Store leftovers refrigerated for 2-3 days. If regular cucumbers are used, peel and deseed them to maintain the salad's crisp texture and avoid excess moisture.
Ingredients
- 1 piece cucumber (Japanese or English, 1 cucumber is about 9 oz / 255.15 g)
- 1/4 red onion
- 4 tsp sugar
- 4.5 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sea salt Trader Joe's
- 1.5 tsp red chili powder (gochukaru)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cut cucumbers into thin slices. You can cut at a diagonal or just straight in discs. Best thickness is about 1/8th inch thick. Also thinly slice quarter of a red onion.
- In a bowl, add cucumbers, onions and all the seasonings. Mix until cucumbers are evenly coated. It is best to let it sit a couple minutes before serving when the flavors have been absorbed by the cucumbers.
Notes
- Use English, Japanese, or pickle cucumbers for best texture; peel and deseed common cucumbers before use.
- Adjust the red chili powder and sugar quantities to suit your taste preference for heat and sweetness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 61 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 61kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Sodium | 312mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 179mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 400IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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