Description

If you’re in search of a quick and refreshing dish that brings a burst of flavor, this Spicy Cucumber Salad is your answer! This vibrant salad combines the crisp texture of fresh cucumbers with a tangy dressing, delivering just the right amount of heat to excite your palate. Perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or as a light snack on hot days, this salad is both satisfying and guilt-free. With only five minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious side ready to complement any meal. Whether served alone or alongside your favorite dishes, this Spicy Cucumber Salad is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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8 mini or Persian cucumbers
1 green onion (ends trimmed and finely sliced)
Sesame seeds
1 ½ tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (tamari or coconut aminos if gluten-free)
1 ½ tbsp rice vinegar or white apple vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
2 large garlic cloves (minced)
1 tsp crushed or full red chili flakes

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Instructions

Wash and dry the cucumbers. Cut off both ends and slice diagonally at a 45° angle for thin spirals. Then cut each spiraled cucumber in half and place in a mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and chili flakes until well combined. Adjust flavors to taste.
Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and gently mix to coat them evenly. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 70
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg