Description
Asian Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for any gathering. With crisp cucumbers tossed in a tangy dressing of rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this salad delivers a delightful flavor boost that will invigorate your palate. Whether served at barbecues or enjoyed on a quiet weeknight, its lightness and crunch are sure to impress. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, this salad encapsulates the essence of summer in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers (sliced thinly)
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers thinly or into half-moons.
- In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and chili flakes until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, place the sliced cucumbers and pour the dressing over them. Toss gently to coat.
- Add chopped cilantro and toss again to combine.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg