Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of this Easy Korean Cucumber Salad, a refreshing side dish that’s quick to prepare and perfect for any meal. Bursting with the umami notes of sesame oil, soy sauce, and a hint of spice from gochugaru, this salad features crisp cucumbers and green onions for a delightful crunch. Ideal for summer barbecues or as a light snack, it brings a burst of color to your table with its beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Toss to coat evenly and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Rinse the cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt and gently squeeze out moisture.
- Transfer the cucumbers to a mixing bowl, then add green onions, sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, gochugaru, and minced garlic. Toss until well combined.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg