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Japanese Cucumber Salad Recipe

Crisp Japanese Cucumber Salad Recipe for Refreshing Flavors

A quick and easy Japanese Cucumber Salad Recipe that offers refreshing flavors and umami, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Persian Cucumbers Substitute with English or Japanese cucumbers if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for drawing out moisture.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Grapeseed oil can be an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can be replaced with honey or agave.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on heat preference.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For visual appeal and texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander
  • whisk
  • Tongs
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the Persian cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly, about 1/8 inch thick. Sprinkle with salt and let sit in a colander for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until the sugar dissolves, and the dressing is well blended.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, place cucumber slices and toss them with the prepared dressing until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the salad onto a serving platter and garnish with sesame seeds and additional crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve the salad immediately for optimal taste and maintain crispness by draining excess moisture if storing leftovers.

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