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Asian Cucumber Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 80
A refreshing and tangy cucumber salad with a hint of spice, perfect as a side dish or light appetizer.

Ingredients

Cucumbers

  • 3 pieces Persian or English cucumbers (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp chili oil (or red pepper flakes, to taste)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1 clove garlic (minced, optional)

Instructions 

  • Thinly slice cucumbers on the diagonal, toss with salt, and let sit 10 minutes. Drain and rinse.
  • Whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and chili oil.
  • Toss cucumbers with dressing, sprinkle with sesame seeds and garlic. Chill for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Adjust chili oil to taste for spiciness.
Calories: 80kcal
Cost: $8
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: cucumber