Description
Transport yourself to sunny gardens with this refreshing Sesame Crunch Cucumber Salad. Crisp cucumbers are tossed in a savory sesame dressing, bursting with flavor and perfect for summer gatherings or light lunches. Every bite is a delightful crunch enhanced by nutty sesame seeds and vibrant herbs, making this salad not just a dish but an experience filled with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (unseasoned)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly for even seasoning.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
- Add chopped cilantro to the dressing and stir gently.
- Toss the sliced cucumbers in the dressing until well coated.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and give it another gentle toss before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg