Spicy Cucumber Salad
Discover the perfect balance of crunch and zest with this Spicy Cucumber Salad! In just five minutes, you can whip up this refreshing dish that combines crisp cucumbers with a tangy garlic-soy dressing. Ideal as a quick side or snack, this salad is versatile enough to complement any meal. The vibrant green onions and a hint of chili flakes add a delightful kick that will awaken your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or prepping for a busy weeknight dinner, this salad is sure to impress. Enjoy its bold flavors while keeping your meal light and healthy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini or Persian cucumbers
- 1 green onion (ends trimmed and finely sliced)
- 1 ½ tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 ½ tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp crushed or full red chili flakes
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers; trim the ends.
- Create accordion cuts in each cucumber using chopsticks for support, then cut them in half.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and chili flakes.
- Combine the cucumbers with the dressing in a large bowl; gently mix.
- Garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 52
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 365mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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