Soy-Free Asian Cucumber Salad
Bright, fresh, and impossibly flavorful, this Soy-Free Asian Cucumber Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic dish. Perfect for those with soy sensitivities, this recipe swaps traditional soy sauce for a tangy-sweet blend of rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, and honey. Thinly sliced English cucumbers are tossed with minced garlic, chili flakes, and green onions, then topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro for a finishing touch that bursts with texture and aroma. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy, no-cook side dish is ideal for summer gatherings or as a refreshing accompaniment to your favorite Asian-inspired meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel. Slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick. If desired, use a mandoline for evenly thin slices.
In a large bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, honey, and salt. Mix well until the honey is fully dissolved.
Finely mince the garlic clove and add it to the bowl. Stir in the chili flakes.
Slice the green onions thinly and add them to the dressing mixture in the bowl.
Add the cucumber slices to the bowl and toss gently to ensure they are evenly coated with the dressing.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately for a crunchy salad, or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
467 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1203 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1112 mg | 24% | |
*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.
