Sugar-Free Asian Cucumber Salad

Light, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Sugar-Free Asian Cucumber Salad is the perfect guilt-free side dish for any occasion. Crisp English cucumbers are paired with tangy red onion and tossed in a zesty dressing made from rice vinegar, soy sauce, nutty sesame oil, fresh ginger, and garlic—sweetened naturally with stevia or monk fruit for a health-conscious twist. A sprinkle of sesame seeds, green onions, and a hint of red chili flakes adds texture and a subtle kick, rounding out this quick and easy recipe. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled, this no-cook salad is ideal for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or as a flavorful companion to your favorite Asian-inspired dishes. It’s low-carb, sugar-free, and big on taste—sure to become a go-to in your healthy recipe collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium English cucumbers
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Stevia or monk fruit sweetener
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thinly slice the English cucumbers. For a prettier presentation, use a spiralizer or vegetable peeler to create ribbons.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red onion and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and the stevia or monk fruit sweetener until well combined.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, red onion, and the dressing. Toss gently to ensure the cucumbers and onions are evenly coated.

Step 5

Add the sesame seeds and red chili flakes, mixing them into the salad. Adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.

Step 6

Thinly slice the green onions and sprinkle them over the top of the salad for garnish.

Step 7

Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes in the refrigerator before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled for the best taste experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(792.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	322.2

Total Fat 20.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2355.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 10.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.0mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1216.3mg	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: 51.0%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 37.1%