Asian Cucumber Salad (Print Version)
Crunchy cucumbers meet sesame, ginger, and cilantro for a tangy, refreshing Asian-inspired side.
# Ingredients:
→ Salad Base
01 -
2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
→ Dressing
02 -
60 ml rice vinegar
03 -
15 ml soy sauce
04 -
15 ml sesame oil
05 -
15 ml honey
06 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
07 -
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
08 -
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Garnish
09 -
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
10 -
2 green onions, thinly sliced
11 -
15 g chopped fresh cilantro
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes until thoroughly combined.
02 -
Add the thinly sliced cucumbers to the bowl with the dressing and toss gently to ensure each slice is evenly coated.
03 -
Allow the cucumbers to marinate in the dressing for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
04 -
Just before serving, sprinkle the salad with toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.
# Notes:
01 -
For optimal texture, serve immediately after marinating to retain the cucumbers’ crispness.