Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of this Easy Korean Cucumber Salad, a refreshing side dish that combines crisp cucumbers with a tangy dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a quick weeknight addition to your meals, this salad is not only easy to make but also bursting with taste. The delightful mix of sesame oil, soy sauce, and gochugaru creates a unique flavor profile that will leave your taste buds craving more. Enjoy it alongside grilled meats, in lettuce wraps, or atop rice bowls for a versatile culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Toss evenly and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt and gently squeeze to drain moisture before transferring them to a mixing bowl.
- Combine green onions, sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, gochugaru, and garlic with the cucumbers. Toss well until mixed.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg