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Asian Cucumber Salad

Bright and Crunchy Asian Cucumber Salad for Refreshing Bites

This Asian Cucumber Salad is a simple, refreshing dish that combines thinly sliced cucumbers and a tangy dressing, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Persian Cucumbers sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt to draw out water
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Oil adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds for garnish
  • 1 clove Garlic minced, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the Persian cucumbers under cool water and slice them at an angle.
  2. Sprinkle salt over the cucumbers and toss. Let them sit in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Drain excess liquid, rinse cucumbers, and return them to the bowl.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and chili oil. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers, sprinkle with sesame seeds and gently toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use Persian cucumbers for best results. Serve immediately for optimal freshness and crunch.

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