Description
Asian cucumber salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. This quick salad features crisp cucumbers tossed in a tangy dressing of garlic, vinegar, and spices, making it an ideal appetizer or side dish. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or simply as a healthy snack, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. With just five minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you can enjoy this crunchy delight any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber (about 8 oz)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon Korean chili powder (or regular chili powder)
- 1 teaspoon chili oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds (for garnishing)
Instructions
- Rinse the cucumber under cold water and slice into thin pieces or half-moons.
- Sprinkle the sliced cucumber with salt and let it chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes. Drain excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, sugar, chili powder, chili oil, and sesame oil; stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Toss the salted cucumbers in the dressing until well coated and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg