Whole30 Asian Cucumber Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Whole30 Asian Cucumber Salad is the perfect side dish for your clean-eating meal plan. Made with crunchy English cucumbers, zesty red onions, and a tangy dressing featuring rice vinegar, coconut aminos, and sesame oil, this salad is both nutritious and delicious. Fresh ginger and garlic powder amp up the flavor, while a garnish of sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this paleo-friendly and Whole30-compliant recipe is a light yet satisfying addition to any table. Serve it fresh or chilled for maximum flavor absorption, and enjoy a healthy, Asian-inspired twist on a classic cucumber salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium English cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Start by slicing the English cucumbers. Use a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife to slice them into thin rounds.

Step 2

Place the cucumber slices into a colander in the sink and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt. Toss lightly to coat and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.

Step 3

Meanwhile, thinly slice the red onion and set it aside.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, combine the rice vinegar, coconut aminos, sesame oil, grated fresh ginger, and garlic powder. Whisk together to form the dressing.

Step 5

After 10 minutes, rinse the cucumber slices under cold water to remove excess salt. Pat them dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained cucumber slices and sliced red onion.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions. Gently toss everything together until well coated.

Step 8

Add sesame seeds and toss again to evenly distribute.

Step 9

Chop the green onions and fresh cilantro and sprinkle them over the salad for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately for a fresher taste or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to further develop the flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(794.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	338.9

Total Fat 19.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2928.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 7.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 145.8mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1148.4mg	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: 48.3%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 43.5%