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Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and delicious Easy Asian Cucumber Salad recipe perfect as a side dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 medium English cucumbers (about 400g), thinly sliced
Dressing
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar (unseasoned)
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Herbs
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Equipment

  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Mandoline

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the cucumbers: Wash and thinly slice cucumbers using a sharp knife or mandoline. Place slices in a colander to drain excess moisture.
  2. Make the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  3. Toss together: In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers and chopped cilantro. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently to coat.
  4. Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve: Toss before serving and enjoy as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 3g

Notes

This salad can be customized with additional vegetables like shredded carrots or bell peppers and can be made ahead of time for better flavor development.

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