Description
This Spicy Cucumber Salad is the perfect summer companion, bursting with flavor and crunch. Fresh cucumbers are paired with a zesty dressing that balances tanginess and heat, making it an ideal side dish for barbecues or a quick snack. With customizable spice levels, this vibrant salad will have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 red chili peppers, thinly sliced (seeds optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and slice them thinly.
- In a bowl, mix rice vinegar, minced garlic, sugar, and sesame oil; let it sit.
- If desired, slice red chilies and remove seeds for less heat.
- Combine cucumbers, chilies, and green onions in a mixing bowl. Pour dressing over and toss gently until coated.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg