Cucumber Salad with Rice Wine Vinegar
Crisp, refreshing, and irresistibly tangy, this Cucumber Salad with Rice Wine Vinegar is a perfect side dish for any occasion. Thinly sliced cucumbers are lightly salted to enhance their crunch and tossed in a delicate dressing made from rice wine vinegar, a touch of sugar, and nutty sesame seeds. This Asian-inspired recipe is not only quick and easy, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking, but it's also a low-calorie option packed with vibrant flavors. Garnished with fresh green onion and extra sesame seeds, this chilled salad is a delightful balance of sweet and savory, making it the ideal pairing for grilled meats, sushi, or as a light snack on its own. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet meal at home, this cucumber salad promises to elevate your table with its simplicity and deliciousness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 1 stalk Green onion
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Slice them thinly into rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline for even slices.
Place the sliced cucumbers in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to extract excess moisture.
While the cucumbers rest, combine rice wine vinegar, granulated sugar, and sesame seeds in a small bowl. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Optional: Thinly slice the green onion into small rounds and set aside for garnish.
After 10 minutes, drain the liquid released from the cucumbers and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
Pour the vinegar dressing over the cucumbers and toss until evenly coated.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with the sliced green onion and additional sesame seeds if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes for an extra chilled salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
36 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 245 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 160 mg | 3% | |
*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.
