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Asian Cucumber Salad

Asian Cucumber Salad

A light, refreshing cucumber salad with an Asian-inspired dressing made of rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 90 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium Cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Carrot julienned
  • 1/4 small Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Chili Flakes optional, for spice
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds for garnish
  • to taste Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, and thinly sliced red onion.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and chili flakes (if using) until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro before serving.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword cucumber, healthy, vegetarian
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