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Korean Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Korean Cucumber Salad That's Quick and Customizable

Enjoy a quick and customizable Korean Cucumber Salad that bursts with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 5 pieces Mini Cucumbers or 2-3 regular cucumbers
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Sesame Seeds optional, could substitute with crushed nuts
  • 3 tbsp Green Onions diced, optional, can be replaced with chives
For the Dressing
  • 1.5 tsp Soy Sauce look for low-sodium options
  • 1 tsp Minced Garlic adjust to taste if sensitive
  • 3 tbsp Rice Vinegar substitute with apple cider vinegar if necessary
  • 2-3 tsp Chili Oil adjust to taste
  • 3 tsp Sugar maple syrup can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil can swap with any neutral oil

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • spiralizer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine 1 tsp of minced garlic, 3 tsp of sugar, 2 tsp of sesame seeds, and 3 tbsp of diced green onions. Use a whisk to blend these ingredients until consistent.
  2. Pour in 3 tbsp of rice vinegar, 1.5 tsp of soy sauce, and 1 tsp of sesame oil into the bowl. Stir thoroughly for about 30 seconds.
  3. Thinly slice 5 mini cucumbers or 2-3 regular cucumbers to about 1/8 inch thick. Sprinkle with 1 tsp of salt.
  4. Allow the salted cucumbers to sit for 8-12 minutes.
  5. Rinse the cucumbers under cold running water to remove excess salt and lay on paper towels.
  6. Transfer the drained cucumbers into a mixing bowl and pour the dressing over them. Toss gently.
  7. Chill for at least 10 minutes and garnish with extra sesame seeds and diced green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a perfect salad, ensure you use fresh cucumbers and properly salt them to enhance flavor absorption.

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