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

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

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.