Description
Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. With crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a zesty dressing made from rice vinegar and sesame oil, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light snack. Quick to prepare, it offers a delightful crunch with every bite and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cucumbers (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add both to a large bowl with the sliced red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and honey until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
- Serve cold as a side dish or light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg