Description
Korean Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. This easy-to-make salad features crunchy cucumbers tossed in a tangy and slightly spicy dressing, making it an ideal accompaniment for any meal. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, barbecuing with friends, or simply craving a light snack, this salad can be customized to suit your spice preference. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s perfect for busy days or last-minute gatherings. Enjoy it chilled for the best taste and texture!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 mini cucumbers (or 2–3 regular size)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2–3 tsp chili oil (to taste)
- 3 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Optional: sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly or spiralize them for fun shapes. 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 mixing bowl, combine cucumbers with the marinade and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve chilled, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg