Description
A crisp and refreshing cucumber salad tossed in a bold, tangy-spicy dressing with garlic and sesame. This quick dish is light, flavorful, and perfect as a vibrant side.
Ingredients
- 4 medium cucumbers (about 800 g), smashed or sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon chili oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers, then lightly smash or cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Place cucumbers in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to release excess moisture. Drain liquid.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili oil, and sugar until combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss well to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro if using.
- Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Adjust chili oil كمية to control spice level.
- Add sliced red onions or crushed peanuts for extra texture.
- Use lime juice instead of vinegar for a citrus twist.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
- Drain excess liquid before serving leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
