Asian Cucumber Salad
This refreshing Asian Cucumber Salad is a perfect side dish for any meal. It combines crisp cucumbers with a flavorful dressing that includes soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. This salad is light, healthy, and can be made in just a few minutes.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or fork
- 1 cutting board
- 1 serving dish
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers About 500 grams.
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic Minced.
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Optional.
- fresh cilantro For garnish (optional).
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and cut off the ends. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl with the dressing and toss until they are evenly coated.
- Stir in the sliced green onions and sesame seeds (if using).
- Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and slightly soften the cucumbers.
- Serve the salad in a serving dish and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Adjust the sweetness or saltiness by modifying the amount of sugar or soy sauce in the dressing if desired.
- For an extra kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil.
Notes
You can adjust the level of sweetness or saltiness by modifying the amount of sugar or soy sauce in the dressing.
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil.
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before serving, but it's best enjoyed fresh.