Description
Korean Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. This easy-to-make salad features crunchy cucumbers tossed in a tangy Asian dressing, making it the perfect accompaniment for grilled meats, rice dishes, or as part of a larger spread. In just 15 minutes, you can prepare this delightful salad that can be customized to suit your spice preference. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual weeknight meal, this healthy and colorful dish will impress your guests and elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 mini cucumbers (or 2–3 regular cucumbers)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2–3 tsp chili oil (to taste)
- 3 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Optional: sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, sugar, sesame seeds, and green onion. Add rice vinegar and oils; mix well to create the marinade.
- Slice cucumbers thinly using a sharp knife or spiralizer. Sprinkle salt on top and let them rest for 8–12 minutes.
- Rinse the salted cucumbers under water to remove excess moisture, then pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cucumbers with the marinade and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve chilled, garnished with extra sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg