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Fresh Asian Cucumber Salad Easy Recipe with Sesame Ginger Dressing

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A quick, fresh, and crunchy Asian cucumber salad tossed in a nutty, tangy sesame ginger dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or refreshing snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced (or 1 large English cucumber, sliced)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry cucumbers. Slice into thin rounds about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick. Thinly slice red onion and roughly chop cilantro if using. Place all in a mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, combine toasted sesame oil, soy sauce or tamari, rice vinegar, grated ginger, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes if using. Whisk or shake until well combined and glossy.
  3. Pour dressing over cucumber and onion mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  4. Optional: Let the salad sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to marinate and deepen flavors.
  5. Just before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro on top.

Notes

For crispier cucumbers, sprinkle with salt and let sit in a colander for 10 minutes, then pat dry before tossing. Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for extra flavor. Adjust ginger and honey to taste. Avoid over-marinating to prevent sogginess. Dressing can be shaken in a jar if no whisk is available.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, Asian salad, sesame ginger dressing, quick salad, healthy side dish, vegan salad, gluten-free salad

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