Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

why make this recipe

This salad is fast, fresh, and full of flavor. It uses few ingredients and needs little prep. It makes a cool side for hot meals and works with many main dishes.

introduction

Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is crisp and bright. It takes about 30 minutes mostly hands-off time. If you like simple meals, try the 3-ingredient sloppy joe as a main dish to go with it.

how to make Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Salt the sliced cucumbers and chill to draw out water. Rinse and drain well so the salad stays crunchy. Mix sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and garlic. Toss the cucumbers with the dressing and serve cold or at room temperature.

Ingredients :

• 5 Persian cucumbers
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3/4 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1/2-1 tbsp sugar
• 3/4 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp chili oil
• 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 tbsp garlic (minced, optional)

Directions :

1. Rinse and slice one end of the cucumber at an angle to create oval slices.
2. Add to a bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt, mix well, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out moisture.
3. Drain the water and rinse the cucumbers quickly before returning them to the bowl.
4. Add the sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and optional garlic.
5. Stir until well combined and serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

how to serve Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Serve chilled as a side with grilled meat, rice, or noodles. It also works well on a sandwich or with cold appetizers. Garnish with extra sesame seeds or chopped scallion for color.

how to store Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge. Use within 1–2 days for best crunch. The cucumbers will get softer after a day, so drain extra liquid before serving if needed.

tips to make Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

• Slice cucumbers thin for quick flavor absorption.
• Let salted cucumbers rest at least 20 minutes to pull out water.
• Rinse and drain well to avoid a soggy salad.
• Taste the dressing and adjust sugar or chili oil to your liking.
• Use minced garlic only if you like a stronger bite.

variation (if any)

• Add thinly sliced red onion or scallions for more flavor.
• Toss in chopped cilantro or mint for fresh herbs.
• Add crushed peanuts for crunch.
• Use rice syrup or honey instead of sugar for a different sweetness.
• Make it less spicy by reducing or skipping chili oil.

FAQs

Q: Can I use regular cucumbers instead of Persian?
A: Yes. Peel and remove seeds if they are large to keep the salad crisp.

Q: How long before serving can I make this?
A: Make it 20–30 minutes ahead. It can sit up to a few hours, but eat within 1–2 days.

Q: Can I skip the garlic?
A: Yes. Garlic is optional and you can leave it out for a milder taste.

Q: Is this salad gluten free?
A: Use a gluten-free soy sauce or tamari to make it gluten free.

Easy Asian Cucumber Salad

• Author: arianarecipes
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Salad
• Method: No Cooking
• Cuisine: Asian
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A quick and refreshing salad made with cucumbers and a savory sesame dressing, perfect as a side dish.

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Ingredients

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• 5 Persian cucumbers
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3/4 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1/2–1 tbsp sugar
• 3/4 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp chili oil
• 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 tbsp garlic (minced, optional)

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Instructions

1. Rinse and slice one end of the cucumber at an angle to create oval slices.
2. Add to a bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt, mix well, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out moisture.
3. Drain the water and rinse the cucumbers quickly before returning them to the bowl.
4. Add the sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and optional garlic.
5. Stir until well combined and serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Notes

Add thinly sliced red onion or scallions for extra flavor. Adjust sugar or chili oil according to your taste preferences.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 120
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 0mg