Description
Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a light, refreshing dish that combines crisp, thinly sliced cucumbers with a tangy and slightly spicy dressing. Ideal for any occasion, this salad can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or a healthy snack. The vibrant flavors of sesame oil, rice vinegar, and chili oil create a delightful balance that enhances your meal. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, this quick recipe is perfect for busy days or gatherings. Enjoy the crunchiness of fresh cucumbers while customizing the heat level of the dressing to suit your taste. This Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is sure to be a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 Persian cucumbers
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3/4 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1/2–1 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 3/4 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp chili oil
- 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
- Optional: 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
Instructions
- Rinse the cucumbers under cold water and slice them into oval shapes.
- Sprinkle the cucumber slices with salt and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Drain and rinse the cucumbers to remove excess salt, then return them to a mixing bowl.
- Add sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and garlic (if using) to the cucumbers; stir until well combined.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg