Description
A delightful symphony of flavors and textures, this Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad features crisp cucumbers in a luxurious dressing, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Place the sliced cucumbers in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with sea salt, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Drain the cucumbers and pat them dry with paper towels, then add them to the dressing and toss well to coat.
- Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the salad, tossing lightly for even distribution.
Notes
For extra flavor, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within two days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg