Easy Korean Cucumber Salad Recipe

Easy Korean Cucumber Salad Recipe

from avarecipes.com
15 min
4 servings

This easy Korean cucumber salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish, ideal for summer meals.

Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

  1. 1

    Place cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Toss to coat and let sit for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Rinse cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt, then gently squeeze to remove excess moisture. Transfer to a mixing bowl.

  3. 3

    Add green onions, sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, gochugaru, and garlic to the cucumbers. Toss to combine.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.