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Close-up view of Spicy Cucumber Salad on a white ceramic plate showing crisp cucumbers, vibrant greens, red chili flakes, sesame seeds, and green onions.

Spicy Cucumber Salad

A refreshing salad with crisp cucumbers and a spicy dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Perfect as a side dish or a light snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

  • Glass Bowl
  • Ceramic Dish

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • 2 pieces English cucumbers sliced thin
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ tsp chili flakes or gochugaru adjust heat to taste
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped

Instructions
 

  • Wash the cucumbers and slice them into thin rounds.
  • Place the sliced cucumbers in a large bowl.
  • Mince the garlic and combine it in a small bowl with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili flakes. Mix well.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss gently until evenly coated.
  • Let the salad marinate for 10 minutes before garnishing with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

This salad is perfect as a light snack or side dish. Feel free to adjust the spice level to your taste.
Keyword Salad, Spicy Cucumber Salad