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Vibrant Asian cucumber salad in a ceramic bowl, garnished with sesame seeds and red chili flakes. Chopsticks rest on the side, with soy sauce and sesame oil bottles in the background on a rustic wooden table. Soft natural light illuminates the scene.

Make It in 10 Minutes: A Healthy and Refreshing Asian Cucumber Salad

This refreshing and flavorful Asian Cucumber Salad combines cucumbers, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and optional chili for spice. With minimal ingredients and prep, it's an easy, healthy, and customizable dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Asian Fusion
Servings 4 peoples
Calories 60 kcal

Equipment

  • Knife or mandoline slicer for slicing cucumbers.
  • Small mixing bowl for the dressing.
  • Large mixing bowl for tossing the salad.
  • Paper towels for drying cucumbers.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large Cucumbers (or 4 Persian cucumbers).
  • 1 teaspoon Salt.
  • 2 Cloves garlic (minced).
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free).
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar or honey.
  • ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds.
  • 2 Stalks green onions (sliced).
  • Optional: chili oil, crushed peanuts, fresh cilantro.

Instructions
 

  • Slice cucumbers thinly and salt them for 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
    A close-up of thinly sliced fresh cucumbers sprinkled with salt on a wooden cutting board. The cucumbers glisten as they release moisture, with a small timer in the background indicating a 10-minute wait. A clean kitchen towel is nearby, ready for patting them dry.
  • Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, sugar/honey, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
    A small bowl filled with a glossy, well-mixed sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, sugar or honey, and red pepper flakes. A spoon rests in the bowl, showing the rich, deep color of the dressing. Small ingredient bowls with soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes are arranged around it on a wooden surface.
  • Toss the cucumber slices with the dressing in a large bowl.
    A large bowl filled with thinly sliced cucumbers glistening with a savory dressing. A pair of chopsticks or a spoon gently tosses the cucumbers, ensuring even coating. The rich, flavorful marinade pools slightly at the bottom, and red pepper flakes and sesame seeds are sprinkled on top for extra texture and color.
  • Let it marinate for 15-30 minutes for flavor depth, or enjoy immediately.
    A bowl of marinated cucumber salad resting on a wooden surface, garnished with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes. The cucumbers glisten as they soak up the flavorful dressing. A small clock icon or timer nearby indicates the 15–30 minute marination time, while chopsticks rest beside the bowl, ready for serving.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and optional chili oil or peanuts before serving.
    A beautifully plated cucumber salad in a bowl, topped with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and a drizzle of vibrant red chili oil. Crushed peanuts are sprinkled over the top for added crunch. The fresh, glistening cucumbers contrast with the garnishes, making the dish visually appealing and full of flavor. Chopsticks rest beside the bowl, ready for serving.

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Keyword Asian Cucumber Salad, Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe