Whole30 Asian Cucumber Salad
Refreshing, vibrant, and tailor-made for a Whole30 lifestyle, this Asian Cucumber Salad is a quick and nutritious option that bursts with flavor! Thinly sliced English cucumbers are lightly salted to draw out moisture, then tossed with red onion and a tangy, umami-rich dressing made with rice vinegar, coconut aminos, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and garlic powder. A sprinkle of sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and green onions adds texture and color to this crisp, chilled dish. Perfect as a side for grilled proteins or enjoyed on its own, this salad is gluten-free, soy-free, and Whole30-approved. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate blend of simplicity and bold, Asian-inspired flavors—ideal for clean eating or healthy meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium English cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Start by slicing the English cucumbers. Use a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife to slice them into thin rounds.
Place the cucumber slices into a colander in the sink and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt. Toss lightly to coat and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.
Meanwhile, thinly slice the red onion and set it aside.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the rice vinegar, coconut aminos, sesame oil, grated fresh ginger, and garlic powder. Whisk together to form the dressing.
After 10 minutes, rinse the cucumber slices under cold water to remove excess salt. Pat them dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained cucumber slices and sliced red onion.
Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions. Gently toss everything together until well coated.
Add sesame seeds and toss again to evenly distribute.
Chop the green onions and fresh cilantro and sprinkle them over the salad for garnish.
Serve immediately for a fresher taste or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to further develop the flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2928 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1148 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.
