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Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad

Irresistibly Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad: Quick & Easy Delight

This Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad combines fresh cucumbers with a kick of chili and garlic, making it a must-try side dish or light lunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large Cucumbers English or Persian cucumbers preferred
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Chopped, optional
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Or pumpkin seeds for a twist
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use low sodium if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Olive oil can be swapped
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce Adjust to preferred heat level
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Freshly grated preferred
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Add to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional

Equipment

  • Knife
  • mandoline
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cold running water. Slice them thinly, approximately ⅛ inch thick.
  2. Sprinkle the cucumber slices generously with salt and let them sit in a colander for at least 30 minutes.
  3. While the cucumbers drain, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, and honey in a medium mixing bowl.
  4. Add minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, tasting and adjusting flavors as necessary.
  5. Once the cucumbers have drained, rinse them under cold water and squeeze out any remaining moisture.
  6. In a larger bowl, toss the drained cucumber slices with the prepared dressing, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  7. Add in the sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro, mixing gently to combine.
  8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Not recommended for freezing.

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