Description
Spicy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the crispness of cucumbers with a zesty garlic-soy dressing. Ready in just five minutes, this salad is perfect for any occasion—whether as an appetizer, side dish, or healthy snack. The unique accordion-cut cucumbers add visual appeal while the sesame seeds and green onions provide delightful crunch and flavor. Customize the spice level to suit your taste, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Enjoy this healthy salad alongside grilled meats or as part of an Asian-inspired feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini or Persian cucumbers
- 1 green onion (finely sliced)
- Sesame seeds
- 1 ½ tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 ½ tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
Instructions
- Cut off the ends of the cucumbers and place one between two chopsticks. Cut at a 45° angle to create thin diagonal slices without cutting all the way through. Flip and make perpendicular cuts to maintain a spiral effect.
- Transfer spiraled cucumbers to a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and red chili flakes until combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and mix gently. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose firm mini or Persian cucumbers for optimal texture. Adjust sweetness in the dressing based on your preference. Chill before serving to enhance flavor melding.