Description
Indulge in the refreshing crunch of Tik Tok Korean Cucumber Salad, a delightful blend of crisp cucumbers and a tangy-sweet dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a quick snack, captivating your taste buds with its bright flavors. Made in just minutes, it’s not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Elevate any meal with this colorful dish that guarantees to keep you coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers (sliced thinly)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers (about 1/4 inch thick).
- Place the cucumber slices in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Rinse the salted cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt, then drain thoroughly.
- Toss the cucumbers with the dressing until well-coated.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg