Easy Asian Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Side for Every Meal
Enjoy a refreshing and crunchy Easy Asian Cucumber Salad that pairs wonderfully with any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cucumbers
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Thinly slice the cucumbers and place them in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add some chopped bell peppers or carrots.
- Adjust the sweetness by changing the amount of sugar based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg