Description
A refreshing and simple salad made with crisp cucumbers and a tangy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers thinly.
- In a bowl, mix the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the sliced cucumbers to the dressing and toss to coat.
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar based on your taste preference.
- For extra crunch, add sliced bell peppers or carrots.
- This salad can be served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Easy Asian Cucumber Salad