Description
This Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is light, crisp, and refreshing, perfect for a quick side dish. Made with crunchy cucumbers, a savory soy-sesame dressing, and a touch of spice, it pairs well with grilled meats, rice bowls, or noodle dishes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this salad is simple to make and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tbsp sesame oil
- ¾ tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ¾ tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp chili oil (adjust to taste)
- ½ tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers thinly at an angle and place them in a bowl.
- Sprinkle salt over cucumbers, mix well, and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Drain excess liquid, rinse quickly, and pat dry with a paper towel.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame seeds.
- Pour the dressing over cucumbers and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately and garnish with extra sesame seeds or chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For a milder version, omit or reduce the chili oil.
- Add crushed peanuts or fried shallots for extra crunch.
- Best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian, Fusion