Description
Asian-Style Cucumber Salad with Sesame Dressing is a refreshing summer dish that combines crisp cucumbers with a savory sesame dressing. This vibrant salad offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures, making it perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light snack. With its easy preparation and stunning presentation, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and evoke fond memories of sunny afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups thinly sliced cucumbers (about 3 medium cucumbers)
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (unseasoned)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and slice them thinly using a knife or mandoline.
- In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and salt until combined.
- Toss the sliced cucumbers with the dressing until evenly coated; add scallions or cilantro if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, toss again and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Salt the cucumbers before mixing to help draw out moisture for a crisper texture. Feel free to customize by adding bell peppers, shredded carrots, or proteins like tofu for added substance.