Description
Delight your palate with this Rich Simple Asian Cucumber Salad, a refreshing and crunchy side dish that’s bursting with flavor. Combining crisp cucumbers with a tangy dressing made from rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this salad is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a palate cleanser. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences while adding a vibrant touch to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers (about 400g), sliced
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or honey/agave)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted)
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers under cold water; peel if desired.
- Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds on top; toss again to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg