Low Carb Asian Cucumber Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this Low Carb Asian Cucumber Salad, a vibrant, keto-friendly side dish bursting with fresh flavors and crunchy textures. Thinly sliced English cucumbers are paired with a zesty dressing made from sesame oil, rice vinegar, and low-sodium soy sauce, while freshly grated ginger and minced garlic add a bold aromatic punch. Garnished with green onions, cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and a hint of red pepper flakes, this salad delivers the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly spicy notes. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an easy, refreshing option for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. Serve it chilled for a light, hydrating dish that’s low in carbs but high in flavor!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium English cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (fresh)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (fresh)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Slice the cucumbers thinly using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Add them to the cucumbers.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, and soy sauce until well combined.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly.
Step 5
Sprinkle sesame seeds and red pepper flakes over the salad, mixing everything thoroughly.
Step 6
Chop the green onions and cilantro finely, and add them to the salad. Mix to combine.
Step 7
Season the salad with salt, adjusting to taste.
Step 8
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and let it sit for at least 10 minutes in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors.
Step 9
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (716.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 416.1 |
| Total Fat 33.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 13.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1111.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 27.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.9g | |
| Protein 7.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 129.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1129.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories