Smashed Asian Cucumber Salad
A vibrant and refreshing cucumber salad with a zesty dressing that offers a burst of flavor and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 4 Persian cucumbers (or 2 English cucumbers)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon chili oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by smashing the cucumbers with the flat side of a chef’s knife and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Once cut, sprinkle the sea salt over the cucumber pieces and let them rest in a colander for about 10 minutes.
- While the cucumbers are resting, prepare the dressing by mixing soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili oil, minced garlic, and sugar in a bowl.
- After resting, pat the cucumbers dry and transfer them to a mixing bowl, adding green onions and cilantro, then drizzle the dressing over.
- For the finishing touches, serve topped with toasted sesame seeds and optional red pepper flakes. Chill for about 30 minutes if desired.
Notes
Serve on a bed of fresh greens or pair with grilled meats for a delightful contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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