Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe

Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe

from greedygourmet.com
Side Dish
15 min
4 servings
88 kcal / serving

Refreshingly crisp and tangy, this Asian Cucumber Salad blends cucumbers, sesame, and a zesty dressing for the perfect light side dish.

Ingredients

  • 2english cucumbers
  • ½ teaspoonsalt
  • 1 bunchspring onions, finely sliced
  • 3garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoonrice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoonlight soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoonsesame oil
  • 1 teaspoonsugar
  • 1 teaspoonschili oil (optional)
  • 2 teaspoonstoasted sesame seeds
  • a small handful of chopped cilantro (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    Smash the cucumbers with a rolling pin on a chopping board until they split open.

  2. 2

    Cut the smashed cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl, sprinkled with the salt.

  3. 3

    Let them rest for 30 minutes, then drain the excess water.

  4. 4

    Add the finely sliced spring onions to the cucumbers and mix.

  5. 5

    Combine the minced garlic, rice vinegar, light soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar in a small bowl.

  6. 6

    Stir the mixture until the sugar is dissolved and the ingredients are well incorporated.

  7. 7

    Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss well to coat evenly.

  8. 8

    Add chili oil, if using, and mix well.

  9. 9

    Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro over the salad.

  10. 10

    Serve immediately.