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asian cucumber salad

Asian Cucumber Salad

A refreshing cucumber salad tossed with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of chili for a perfect balance of flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 90 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • 3 medium cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Dressing

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional, for heat

Instructions
 

  • Thinly slice cucumbers and place them in a mixing bowl.
  • Add sliced green onions and sesame seeds on top.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and chili flakes.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss well to coat.
  • Let the salad marinate for 10–15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.

Notes

For extra crunch, sprinkle with crushed peanuts or add thinly sliced carrots.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 320mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cucumber, healthy, Quick
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