Crunchy Cucumber Salad

Crunchy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that perfectly balances salty, sweet, and tangy flavors. Ideal for summer BBQs, picnics, or as a healthy side, this salad is easy to prepare and incredibly versatile. With crisp cucumbers, zesty dressing, and customizable ingredients, it’s sure to be a crowd favorite. Enjoy the satisfying crunch of fresh cucumbers enhanced with sesame oil and ginger—all in just 30 minutes!

Prep Time15 mins

Course: Sides Cuisine: Asian Keyword: For extra crunch, use seedless varieties like Persian or English cucumbers. Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins for more variety. This salad is best enjoyed cold—keep it chilled until serving. Servings: Serves approximately 4 people Calories: 65kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

1 large cucumber (11.6 oz)
1/2 tsp salt
3 stalks spring onion (0.7 oz)
1/2 Tbsp grated ginger (0.1 oz)
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions

Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds (about 1/8-inch thick).
Place sliced cucumbers in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let drain for about 30 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, combine grated ginger, chopped spring onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and rice vinegar to prepare the dressing.
Toast sesame seeds in a small frying pan over medium heat until golden brown.
Once the cucumbers are drained and dried, mix them with the dressing in a large bowl. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.

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