Cucumber Sesame Salad Recipe

cucumber sesame salad in ceramic bowl on white counter

Cucumber Sesame Salad Recipe

This quick and refreshing cucumber sesame salad is packed with bold Asian flavors and crisp texture. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s the perfect side dish for any meal.

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Course: Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Japanese, Korean

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 0

Rest Time (for salted cucumbers): 5

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Calories: 120kcal

Cost: $4–6

Equipment

Chef’s knife Or mandoline for thin slicing
Cutting board
Mixing bowl Large, for tossing salad
Small bowl For dressing
Whisk Or fork for mixing
Measuring spoons
Colander For draining cucumbers
Paper towels To pat cucumbers dry

Ingredients

2 large English cucumbers About 2 pounds, thinly sliced
2 Green onions Finely chopped
1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Minced, optional
3 tablespoons Sesame oil Use toasted for deeper flavor
2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
1 tablespoon Soy sauce Low sodium preferred
2 teaspoons Sugar Or honey
2 cloves Garlic Minced
2 tablespoons Sesame seeds Toasted
¼ teaspoon Red chili flakes Adjust to taste
½ teaspoon Salt For cucumber preparation

Instructions

Slice cucumbers thinly.
Salt and rest cucumbers.
Drain and pat cucumbers dry.
Whisk dressing ingredients.
Toss cucumbers with dressing.
Top with sesame seeds and serve.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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