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Spicy Cucumber Salad

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This Spicy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing mix of crisp cucumbers and a tangy, spicy dressing. Perfect as a side or a colorful snack, it’s quick and simple to prepare.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 mini or Persian cucumbers
  • 1 green onion, finely sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 ½ tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes

Instructions

  • Wash and dry cucumbers, trimming both ends.
  • Place a cucumber between two chopsticks and cut diagonally to create fun slices.
  • Flip the cucumber and cut at a 90° angle for a spiral effect.
  • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and chili flakes.
  • Pour dressing over cucumbers and gently mix.
  • Garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds before serving.

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Notes

Use fresh cucumbers for the best crunch.
Adjust spice levels by varying the chili flakes.
Let the salad marinate for 10-15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 300
  • Fat: 3.5
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 2
  • Cholesterol: 0