Description
Asian cucumber salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that elevates any meal with its delightful crunch and zesty flavors. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light snack, this salad combines fresh cucumbers with aromatic spices and oils. In just a few minutes, you can whip up this healthy side dish that’s both delicious and visually appealing. With the added kick of garlic and chili oil, it’s sure to tantalize your taste buds while keeping calories in check. Whether served alongside grilled meats or enjoyed on its own, this Asian cucumber salad is versatile enough for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber (about 8 oz.)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon Korean chili powder (or regular chili powder)
- 1 teaspoon chili oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds (for garnishing)
Instructions
- Rinse the cucumber under cold water and slice thinly.
- Place the sliced cucumber in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and let it chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes. Drain excess water after chilling.
- In another bowl, mix minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, sugar, chili powder, chili oil, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Add the drained cucumbers to the dressing mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg