Heart-Healthy Asian Cucumber Salad
Brighten up your meal with this Heart-Healthy Asian Cucumber Salad, an irresistible mix of crisp, seedless cucumbers and bold Asian-inspired flavors. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare, featuring a tangy dressing made from low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Fresh garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of red chili flakes add a punch of savory and spicy depth, while sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions provide the perfect finishing touch. Packed with nutrients and low in sodium, this refreshing cucumber salad is an ideal guilt-free appetizer or a vibrant side dish. Perfect for clean eating enthusiasts and fans of light, flavorful Asian recipes!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium seedless cucumbers
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 pinch red chili flakes
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cold running water.
Step 2
Slice the cucumbers thinly into rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove. Peel and grate the fresh ginger.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the dressing, mixing well.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers, gently tossing to ensure all the cucumbers are well coated.
Step 7
Thinly slice the green onions and sprinkle over the cucumber salad along with the sesame seeds and a pinch of red chili flakes.
Step 8
Let the salad sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 9
Serve the salad as a refreshing appetizer or a side dish to complement your meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (124.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 232.3 |
| Total Fat 19.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1009.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.5g | |
| Protein 6.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 32.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 139.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories