Japanese Cucumber Salad (Sunomono)

Japanese Cucumber Salad (Sunomono)

A delightfully tart and sweet salad that's great anytime. This will keep in the fridge for a few days and makes a great sweet snack when you're feeling the munchies!

Preparation Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
93 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Partially peel cucumbers lengthwise, leaving thin green stripes around the cucumber. Halve cucumbers lengthwise. Scoop seeds from cucumber halves with a spoon. Discard seeds. Slice cucumbers thinly and put in a bowl. Add salt to cucumber and mix with hand until cucumber is limp; set aside for 45 minutes.
Step 2
Transfer cucumbers to a strainer and squeeze as much liquid out as possible.
Step 3
Mix lemon juice, sugar, and vinegar together in a large bowl until the sugar dissolves. Add the drained cucumber and toss to coat. Spoon into small bowls and top each portion with toasted sesame seeds.
Japanese Cucumber Salad (Sunomono)
Japanese Cucumber Salad (Sunomono)
Japanese Cucumber Salad (Sunomono)
Japanese Cucumber Salad (Sunomono)

Ingredients

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds, or to taste
  • 5 cucumbers

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