Zesty Spicy Cucumber Salad That Will Refresh Your Day

This Spicy Cucumber Salad is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, perfect for summer barbecues.

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Prep Time 5

Marinating Time 15

Total Time 20

Course Salads

Cuisine Asian

Servings servings

Calories 70 kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowl
small bowl
Whisk
knife
chopsticks

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 mini cucumbers or Persian cucumbers; sliced thinly if using English
2 tablespoons green onion sliced, both white and green parts
1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional

For the Dressing

3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or Tamari/Coconut Aminos
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil or chili oil if allergic
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for vegan
1 clove garlic minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes adjust according to heat preference

Instructions

Steps

Wash and dry the cucumbers, cut off ends, and slice them at a 45° angle to create spiral cuts.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Combine the dressing with the cucumbers, mix gently, and top with green onion and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Use fresh cucumbers for the best flavor. Consider marinating the salad for a deeper taste and feel free to customize with nuts or greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Keyword crunchy salad, healthy appetizer, Quick Recipes, refreshing salad, Spicy Cucumber Salad, vegan salad

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