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Spicy Cucumber Salad

Refresh Your Day with Spicy Cucumber Salad in Just 5 Minutes

This Spicy Cucumber Salad is a quick, refreshing dish packed with flavor, perfect for warm days and gatherings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Mini or Persian Cucumbers Or thinly sliced English cucumbers
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Chopped, white and green parts
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional for garnish
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Can substitute with tamari or coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can substitute with chili oil if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or maple syrup for a vegan version
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on heat preference

Equipment

  • knife
  • small bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers. Cut off the ends and stabilize them with chopsticks for spiral cutting.
  2. Slice cucumbers at a 45° angle, then at a 90° angle for spiraled pieces. Use a mandoline for uniform slices if preferred.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth. Adjust sweetness and spice level to taste.
  4. Add the sliced cucumbers to a large bowl, pour the dressing over them, and gently toss to combine.
  5. Slice green onions and sprinkle them over the salad along with sesame seeds. Serve immediately or let marinate for up to 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Leftovers can last in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Best enjoyed fresh.

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