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Asian Cucumber Salad TikTok

Savor the Crunch: Asian Cucumber Salad TikTok Delight

This Asian Cucumber Salad TikTok is a refreshing, crunchy dish perfect for any occasion, featuring delicious cucumbers and a zesty marinade.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 57
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large Cucumbers fresh and firm
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated White Sugar can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional
  • 2 cloves Garlic (crushed) fresh works best
  • 3 stalks Green Onions (chopped)
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce use low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese Chili Oil adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt for drawing out moisture
For Serving
  • Optional Garnishes additional sesame seeds and thinly sliced chilies

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • sharp knife
  • Whisk
  • chopsticks

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Asian Cucumber Salad.
  2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, sesame seeds, crushed garlic, and chopped green onions. Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame oil. Whisk together until combined.
  3. Cut the ends off the cucumbers and use chopsticks to guide diagonal cuts to create spiral shapes.
  4. Sprinkle salt over the spiral-cut cucumbers and massage it in. Let sit for about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Rinse the cucumbers in cold water after 10 minutes and drain well.
  6. Add the prepared cucumbers to the bowl with the marinade and toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 57kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container. Drain well before serving to avoid excess moisture.

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