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Korean Cucumber Salad

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Korean Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that bursts with flavor, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal. With its delightful crunch and zesty dressing, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy it as a side dish for Korean BBQ or on its own as a light snack. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this addictive salad that will leave your taste buds dancing.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium Persian or English cucumbers (about 300g)
  • 2 tablespoons Korean red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
  • 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (or honey)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Rinse cucumbers under cool water and slice them into thin rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, Gochugaru, and sesame oil until well combined.
  3. Toss the cucumber slices in the bowl with the dressing until thoroughly coated.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  5. Before serving, give it one last toss and transfer to a serving bowl. Top with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No cooking required
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg