Description
Asian cucumber recipes are the perfect way to elevate your meals with refreshing crunch and vibrant flavors. Ideal for summer gatherings, these dishes combine crisp cucumbers with zesty dressings, creating a delightful culinary experience that will leave your guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sliced cucumbers (about 2 large English cucumbers)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and chili flakes until well combined.
- Add the sliced cucumbers to the dressing and toss gently until coated.
- Let the salad marinate at room temperature for 15-30 minutes or refrigerate for a chilled option.
- Just before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds on top and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg