Asian Cucumber Salad: Refreshing and Easy Recipe for All Occasions
This Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing side dish that complements any meal, perfect for summer gatherings or everyday dining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers thinly and place them in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
- Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day ahead for better flavor.
- Adjust the level of sweetness by adding more or less honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg