Description
A refreshing Chinese cucumber salad tossed in a light sesame-soy dressing, perfect as a side or snack
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Place cucumber slices in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour dressing over cucumbers and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Let the salad rest for 5–10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy.
Notes
- Use firm, fresh cucumbers for best texture.
- Adjust garlic and soy sauce to taste for personalized flavor.
- Serve immediately for maximum crispness.
- Toast sesame seeds just before adding to preserve aroma.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chinese cucumber salad, sesame cucumber salad, refreshing salad, easy Chinese salad, no-cook cucumber recipe