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Asian Cucumber Salad

Crunchy Asian Cucumber Salad that Dances on Your Taste Buds

Enjoy this Asian Cucumber Salad, a refreshing dish that complements any meal with its vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cucumber Salad Ingredients
  • 2 large Cucumbers sliced thin
  • 1 cup Carrots julienned
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar optional
  • ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, julienned carrots, and chopped cilantro.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes for flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors get better as it sits.

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