Soy-Free Asian Cucumber Salad

Bright, refreshing, and completely soy-free, this Asian Cucumber Salad is a vibrant twist on the classic. Perfect for those seeking a light, flavorful side dish, this recipe highlights the crispness of thinly sliced English cucumbers paired with a zesty dressing of rice vinegar, sesame oil, and lime juice. Sweetened with a touch of honey and infused with garlic, chili flakes, and fresh green onions, this salad is finished with the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds and a sprinkle of fragrant cilantro. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the ideal dish for busy weeknights, summer barbecues, or whenever you crave a healthy, tangy bite that’s free from soy-based ingredients. Perfectly suited for gluten-free and clean-eating diets, it’s a must-try addition to your salad repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large English cucumber
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel. Slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick. If desired, use a mandoline for evenly thin slices.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, honey, and salt. Mix well until the honey is fully dissolved.

Step 3

Finely mince the garlic clove and add it to the bowl. Stir in the chili flakes.

Step 4

Slice the green onions thinly and add them to the dressing mixture in the bowl.

Step 5

Add the cucumber slices to the bowl and toss gently to ensure they are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Serve immediately for a crunchy salad, or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(776.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	467.2

Total Fat 31.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1203.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 6.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202.7mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1111.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.0%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 37.8%