Spicy Cucumber Salad
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Spicy Cucumber Salad
Description
This Spicy Cucumber Salad starts with sliced English cucumber that is salted to draw out excess moisture and then rinsed and dried for a crisp bite. The dressing blends toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, sriracha, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and chili flakes for a complex mix of savory, sweet, tangy, and spicy elements. Sesame seeds add subtle nuttiness and texture when sprinkled on top.
The combination offers a cool crunch brightened by fiery notes and umami richness, ideal as a side dish, on sandwiches, or grain bowls for added zest. It can be prepared ahead and kept chilled, retaining its refreshing nature.
This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days, although it is not suitable for freezing due to the fresh cucumber content.
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil toasted
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce or certified GF tamari
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons sriracha or similar spicy chile sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 2 medium cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or gochugaru, Korean chili flakes
- 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Slice the cucumber into ¼-inch thick coins. Place in a large bowl and toss with sea salt. Set aside for 15 minutes. Then rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, sriracha, vinegar, garlic, chili flakes, and sesame seeds. Taste and adjust the flavors as desired.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and gently stir. Enjoy now or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Serve as a side with sandwiches, grain bowls, noodles, or burgers for added texture and heat.
- Store covered in the fridge up to 4 days; salad tastes best chilled.
- Not suitable for freezing as cucumber texture will degrade.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 90kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 290mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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