Low Sodium Spicy Cucumber Salad
Refreshingly crunchy and bursting with flavor, this Low Sodium Spicy Cucumber Salad is your go-to recipe for a healthy, zesty side dish. It features crisp English cucumbers and vibrant julienned carrots, all tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet dressing made with unsalted rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and a touch of honey. Red chili flakes give it a bold, spicy kick, while chopped cilantro and green onions add a burst of herbaceous freshness. Topped with sesame seeds for a nutty crunch, this salad is ready in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. With its low sodium content and bright Asian-inspired flavors, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve chilled for maximum refreshment!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumber
- 1 small Carrot
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 Green onion
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers. If desired, use a fork to create ridged patterns along the sides of the cucumber before slicing thinly into rounds. Place the slices into a large mixing bowl.
Peel the carrot and julienne it into thin matchstick pieces. Add the carrot to the cucumber slices.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the unsalted rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, honey, and red chili flakes. Whisk thoroughly until well combined.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and slice the green onions. Add these to the cucumber and carrot mixture for added flavor and freshness.
Pour the prepared dressing over the cucumber and carrot mixture. Toss everything gently to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the salad and give it one last toss for distribution.
Allow the salad to sit for 5–10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together, or serve immediately for a crisper texture.
Serve chilled as a side dish or light appetizer. Enjoy the spicy and refreshing flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.0 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1172 mg | 25% | |
*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.
