Description
Asian Cucumber Salad is the ultimate summer dish, combining crisp cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing that creates a refreshing explosion of flavor. Perfect for barbecues or as a light lunch, this salad delivers crunch and zing in every bite. Easy to prepare and healthy, it’s sure to impress your guests while brightening up any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers (sliced thinly)
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar (unseasoned)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (to taste)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers thinly using a mandoline for maximum crunch.
- In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and red chili flakes until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss cucumber slices with chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently mix until coated.
- Allow the salad to marinate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg