Description
This Spicy Cucumber Salad is a delightful, refreshing dish that brings a zing to your meals, making it an ideal accompaniment for any occasion. Bursting with crisp cucumbers and a zesty dressing featuring garlic and chili flakes, this salad can be prepared in just 5 minutes. It’s a versatile option—perfect as a light appetizer, side dish for grilled meats, or even as a healthy snack on its own. Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or by adjusting the spice level, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or just enjoying a quick weeknight dinner, this Spicy Cucumber Salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini or Persian cucumbers
- 1 green onion (ends trimmed and finely sliced)
- Sesame seeds
- 1 ½ tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (tamari or coconut aminos if gluten free)
- 1 ½ tbsp rice vinegar or white apple vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp crushed or full red chili flakes
Instructions
- Wash and trim the ends off the cucumbers. Cut them into accordion-style slices using chopsticks or a mandolin for perfect spirals. Place in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and chili flakes until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber slices and gently mix to coat. Garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg