Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad
A spicy Asian cucumber salad that’s crunchy & refreshing with a bit of heat! Marinated cucumbers tossed with chili flakes, chili oil, and fresh herbs!
Servings: 4
Calories: 95kcal
Ingredients
- 15 Persian cucumbers cut ½" thick, a little over 4 cups
- 1 Tablespoon sea salt
- ¼ cup red bell pepper julienned
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves
- 1 stalk of scallion thinly sliced
Spicy Cucumber Salad Dressing
- 3 Tablespoons rice vinegar unseasoned
- 2 Tablespoons sugar optional for sweetness
- 3 ½ Tablespoons water
- 1 Tablespoon chili oil
- 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon Korean red pepper flakes or more depending on your spice preference
- ½ teaspoon black and white sesame seeds combined
Instructions
- Mix together the cucumbers and salt in a large bowl and let it sit for 30 - 45 minutes. Rinse with water 2 - 3 times. Taste the cucumber and rinse one more time if it's too salty.
- Meanwhile mix together all the ingredients for the spicy cucumber salad dressing.
- Toss the rinsed cucumbers with the dressing and add the red pepper, cilantro, and scallion. Serve immediately. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
If not serving immediately, you may see excess liquid from the cucumbers. Drain off any excess liquid and re-season only if necessary.
Nutrition
Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 340mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 580IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg