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Easy Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe

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This Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a quick and refreshing side dish perfect for warm weather or as a light accompaniment to your favorite Asian meals. Featuring crisp Persian cucumbers dressed in a flavorful combination of sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of chili oil, it combines sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy notes with a subtle crunch from sesame seeds and optional minced garlic.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 5 Persian cucumbers

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3/4 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1/2–1 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 3/4 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp chili oil
  • 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1/2 tbsp minced garlic (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cucumbers: Rinse the Persian cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly to create a crisp base for the salad.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the salt, sesame oil, light soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and chili oil. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved and the dressing is evenly mixed.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Place the sliced cucumbers in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss gently to ensure the slices are evenly coated.
  4. Add Sesame Seeds and Garlic: Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the salad and add the minced garlic if using. Toss once more to distribute these ingredients evenly.
  5. Chill and Serve: For optimal flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.

Notes

  • Adjust sugar quantity according to your preferred level of sweetness.
  • Use Persian cucumbers for a tender, seedless texture; regular cucumbers can be used but may require deseeding.
  • Minced garlic is optional but adds a nice pungent flavor.
  • For a less spicy version, reduce or omit the chili oil.
  • This salad is best enjoyed within 24 hours to ensure freshness and crispness.

Keywords: Asian cucumber salad, easy cucumber salad, no-cook Asian salad, sesame cucumber salad, quick side dish

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