Description
This Asian Cucumber Salad is the ultimate quick and refreshing side dish. Crunchy English cucumbers are tossed in a savory sesame-soy dressing with garlic, rice vinegar, and a hint of chili heat. Finished with toasted sesame seeds, this vibrant salad delivers the perfect balance of salty, tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large English cucumbers, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Wash and chop cucumbers into chunky pieces. For extra crunch, lightly smash them before cutting.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, salt, garlic, and chili flakes.
- Pour dressing over cucumbers and toss until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and mix gently.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Perfect for warm days or as a flavorful side to grilled meats and rice dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Asian Cucumber Salad, Salad, Side Dish, Cucumber Salad, Sesame Dressing