Asian Cucumber Salad

Asian Cucumber Salad

A refreshing Asian cucumber salad made with slices of crunchy cucumber and chili tossed in a ginger, garlic, sesame, and rice vinegar dressing.

Preparation Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
110 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Enjoy!
Step 2
Gather all ingredients.
Step 3
Place cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt; set aside to drain while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
Step 4
Whisk vinegar and sugar together in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved; stir in sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds.
Step 5
Rinse salt off cucumber slices by running under cold water; place in a large bowl.
Step 6
Add sliced red chili peppers and vinegar dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate the salad until ready to serve. This salad tastes best on the day it is made.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 2 cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
  • 4 fresh red chile peppers, sliced
  • 0.25 cup white sugar
  • 0.5 cup rice vinegar

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