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, combining the perfect balance of spice and sweetness. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, Korean Cucumber Salad offers versatility that caters to various tastes. Enjoy it with grilled meats, rice, or even in wraps for a delightful twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 mini cucumbers (or 2–3 regular sizes)
- 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
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili oil. Mix well to create the dressing.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly or spiralize them for fun shapes. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 8-12 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- Rinse the salted cucumbers under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Transfer them to a serving bowl and pour the dressing over the top.
- Toss gently to coat evenly and serve immediately with optional sesame seeds and diced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 484mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg