Cool Oriental Cucumber Salad
Experience ultimate refreshment with this Cool Oriental Cucumber Salad, a perfect balance of crisp textures and bold Asian-inspired flavors. Featuring thinly sliced English cucumbers tossed in a savory-sweet dressing made with sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and a touch of fresh garlic and ginger, this salad is both light and flavorful. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, scallions, and optional red chili flakes for a subtle kick, it makes an ideal chilled appetizer, side dish, or healthy snack. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe is your go-to for a quick, vibrant, and satisfying dish that's both gluten-free adaptable and packed with zesty flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Scallions
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Slice them thinly into rounds or use a mandoline slicer for even thickness.
Place the cucumber slices in a colander, sprinkle lightly with salt, and toss to coat. Let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
While the cucumbers are resting, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and a finely minced garlic clove. Grate the fresh ginger and add it to the bowl. Whisk thoroughly until well combined.
Pat the cucumbers dry with a paper towel and place them in a mixing bowl.
Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss gently to coat evenly.
Thinly slice the scallions and sprinkle them over the salad along with the sesame seeds. If desired, add red chili flakes for a subtle kick of heat.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as an appetizer, side dish, or refreshing snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1169 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1054 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
