Description
A refreshing and healthy cucumber salad with delicious Asian flavors, perfect as a side dish or light snack.
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)
Instructions
- Rinse and slice one end of the cucumber at an angle.
- Continue slicing the cucumber at an angle for oval shapes.
- Place the sliced cucumbers in a bowl and sprinkle with salt.
- Mix well and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, drain the water and rinse the cucumbers briefly.
- Add sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds, and garlic.
- Stir until everything is well combined and serve chilled.
Notes
Adjust sugar and chili oil to taste. Can add other vegetables for extra flavor and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian