Easy Asian Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and crunchy cucumber salad with a zesty dressing, perfect for summer meals or as a light snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 medium-sized Cucumbers
- 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, minced
- 2 Green Onions, minced
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your Cucumbers: Wash and peel (if desired) the cucumbers. Slice in half lengthwise and cut into half-moons about ¼ inch thick.
- Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Whisk until sugar dissolves.
- Combine Everything: Toss together the cucumbers and green onions, then drizzle with the dressing and toss until well-coated.
- Garnish & Serve: Right before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds and enjoy chilled.
Notes
For the best flavor, let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes before serving. It pairs well with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber salad, Asian salad, side dish, healthy salad
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