Description
Experience the delightful crunch and refreshing flavors of Asian Cucumber Salad. This vibrant dish combines crisp cucumbers with aromatic garlic, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a hint of spice from chili oil and powder. Perfect as a standalone snack or a zesty side dish, this salad is quick to make—ready in just 20 minutes! Its versatility allows you to pair it with grilled meats, rice bowls, or enjoy it on its own for a light yet satisfying treat. Simple to prepare and customizable to your taste, this Asian Cucumber Salad is sure to become a favorite at any meal.
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 into half-moons.
- Toss cucumber slices with salt and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes. Drain excess moisture.
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, sugar, Korean chili powder, chili oil, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.
- Combine salted cucumbers with the dressing until evenly coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg