Spicy Cucumbers
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistibly refreshing Spicy Cucumbers, a quick and easy recipe bursting with bold flavors and a delightful crunch! Crisp cucumber slices are lightly salted to draw out excess moisture, then tossed in a zesty dressing made from rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey for a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and subtly sweet notes. A kick of red pepper flakes, aromatic garlic, and nutty sesame seeds add layers of complexity, while vibrant green onions lend a fresh finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled for maximum flavor, this low-effort, high-reward dish is ideal as a spicy side or a light, flavor-packed snack. Perfect for summer menus or anytime you need a light, Asian-inspired dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 400g total) cucumbers
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Trim the ends and slice them lengthwise into quarters, then cut the quarters into 2-inch pieces.
Place the cucumber pieces in a large bowl. Sprinkle with the salt and toss to coat. Set aside for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
Meanwhile, prepare the dressing. Mince the garlic and thinly slice the green onions. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
After 10 minutes, drain any liquid that has pooled at the bottom of the cucumbers and gently blot them with a paper towel to remove any remaining moisture.
Pour the prepared dressing over the cucumbers. Add the minced garlic, sesame seeds, and sliced green onions. Toss everything together until the cucumbers are evenly coated.
Transfer to a serving dish or refrigerate for up to 1 hour if you prefer them chilled. Serve as a side dish or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
80 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.1 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 635 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 339 mg | 7% | |
*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.
