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Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Enjoy this easy Asian cucumber salad with thinly sliced cucumbers tossed in a tangy dressing, perfect for an appetizer or side dish.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cucumber Salad Ingredients

  • 5 units Persian cucumbers
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 0.75 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 0.5-1 tablespoon sugar see notes
  • 0.75 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil
  • 0.5 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 0.5 tablespoon garlic, minced optional

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Rinse and slice one end of the cucumber at an angle.
  • Continue slicing at an angle. Slices should look more oval than round. Thickness should be up to preference.
  • Add to a bowl/container and sprinkle ½ teaspoon of salt.
  • Mix that well and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out the water.
  • Drain the water and give the cucumbers a quick 10 seconds rinse before returning back to the bowl/container.
  • Add sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and garlic.
  • Stir until well combined and serve. Enjoy!

Notes

Start with ½ tablespoon of sugar and taste. Adjust according to preference. Garlic is optional but highly recommended.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Appetizer, Asian salad, cucumber salad, Easy Asian Cucumber Salad, quick salad, side dish
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