Description
Korean Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly balances crisp cucumbers with a tangy Asian dressing. This salad is easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a delightful side for summer barbecues. With the ability to customize the flavors to your liking—whether you prefer it mildly sweet or spicy—this dish is versatile enough to complement a variety of meals. Serve it alongside grilled meats, atop rice bowls, or even as a healthy snack on its own. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 5 mini cucumbers (or 2–3 regular)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2–3 tsp chili oil (to taste)
- 3 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Optional: sesame seeds, diced green onions
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, sugar, sesame seeds, and green onions. Add rice vinegar and oils; mix well.
- Slice cucumbers thinly and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 8-12 minutes.
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Transfer to a bowl and pour dressing over; toss to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg