Description
Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly combines the crispness of cucumbers with a delightful blend of Asian flavors. This quick and easy salad takes just minutes to prepare, making it an ideal side for summer barbecues, cozy dinners, or as a light snack. With its unique medley of garlic, chili oil, and sesame oil, this salad delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. Enjoy it chilled on a hot day or serve it alongside grilled meats or sushi for an unforgettable meal.
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 garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the cucumber under cold water and slice into half-moons.
- Sprinkle salt over the cucumber slices and let them chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes; drain excess water afterward.
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, sugar, chili powders, chili oil, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.
- Combine the salted cucumbers with the dressing mixture and toss gently to coat.
- 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: 80
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg