Description
Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings a delightful crunch to your table. This light salad features crisp English cucumbers drizzled with a tangy dressing made from rice vinegar, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. It’s the perfect side for any meal, be it a summer barbecue or a casual weeknight dinner. With minimal effort and just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious salad in no time. Customize it by adding your favorite toppings or adjusting the seasonings to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the bright flavors and health benefits of this quick Asian-inspired salad!
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar (or honey)
- Toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers.
- In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar until combined.
- Toss sliced cucumbers with the dressing in a large bowl until well coated.
- Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Before serving, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
For added spice, incorporate chili flakes or fresh sliced chilies into the dressing.
You can make this salad ahead of time; just keep it refrigerated without garnishes until you’re ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg