Description
Asian Cucumber Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that bursts with flavor, making it the perfect accompaniment to any meal or a delightful snack on its own. This quick salad features crisp cucumbers tossed in a zesty dressing of sesame oil, garlic, and a hint of spice. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this delicious salad in minutes. Whether served with grilled meats, as part of an Asian-inspired meal, or enjoyed solo for a light snack, this salad is sure to impress your taste buds with its crunch and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber (about 8 oz.)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 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 it into half-moons.
- Sprinkle salt over the sliced cucumbers, stir gently, and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes. Drain excess water afterward.
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, sugar, Korean chili powder, chili oil, and sesame oil; stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Toss the chilled cucumbers with the dressing mixture until evenly coated and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg