Description
Korean Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. This easy-to-make salad features crunchy cucumbers tossed in a savory Asian dressing, combining the perfect balance of spice and sweetness. It’s an ideal side for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners, bringing versatility to both casual and celebratory occasions. With just 15 minutes of prep time and customizable spice levels, this dish is not only delicious but also healthy, low in calories, and packed with nutrients. Whether enjoyed on its own as a light snack or served alongside grilled meats and rice dishes, Korean Cucumber Salad is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 mini cucumbers (or 2–3 regular cucumbers)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2–3 tsp chili oil
- 3 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Sesame seeds (optional)
- Diced green onions (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, sugar, sesame seeds, and green onion.
- Add rice vinegar, soy sauce, chili oil, and sesame oil; mix until combined.
- Thinly slice cucumbers using a knife or spiralizer. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 8-12 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss cucumbers with the marinade until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg