Easy Asian Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and delightful dish that brings vibrant Asian flavors to your table with minimal effort, perfect as a healthy side or light snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 5 pieces Persian cucumbers
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tbsp sesame oil
- 0.75 tbsp light soy sauce
- 0.5-1 tbsp sugar adjust based on taste
- 0.75 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp chili oil
- 0.5 tbsp sesame seeds
- 0.5 tbsp garlic (minced, optional) add for stronger flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse and slice one end of the cucumber at an angle. Continue slicing at an angle for oval slices to your preferred thickness.
- Add the sliced cucumbers to a bowl or container and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp of salt. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out the water.
- After 20 minutes, drain any excess water and give the cucumbers a quick 10-second rinse before returning them to the bowl/container.
- Add sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and optional minced garlic to the cucumbers.
- Stir until all ingredients are well combined, then serve. Enjoy!
Notes
This salad stores well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week but is best enjoyed within 2-3 days. Not ideal for freezing.