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Asian Cucumber Salad

Zesty Asian Cucumber Salad That Refreshes Your Summer Days

This Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing dish perfect for summer, combining crisp cucumbers, colorful bell peppers, and a flavorful dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: SALADS
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large English cucumbers
  • 1 medium Bell pepper any color
  • 1/4 cup Fresh herbs Cilantro or Green Onions
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil toasted preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or honey/agave syrup
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Cooked shrimp or tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash your cucumbers thoroughly under cool water, then slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
  2. Optional: Sprinkle salt on the sliced cucumbers and let them sit for about 10 minutes. Rinse and pat dry before using.
  3. Chop any fresh herbs you're including and set them aside.
  4. Whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar until well combined.
  5. Combine your prepared cucumbers and any optional herbs in a mixing bowl. Pour the dressing generously over the top.
  6. Toss gently to coat the cucumbers evenly, then let sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Serve chilled, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced almonds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick if desired.

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