Description
Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant side dish that combines the crunch of fresh cucumbers with a delightful kick from garlic and red pepper flakes. Dressed in a tangy rice vinegar mixture, this salad is quick to prepare and adds a burst of flavor to any meal. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a zesty complement to grilled dishes, it’s sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh cucumbers, sliced thinly
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice the cucumbers and place them in a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix minced garlic, red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Drain excess liquid from the cucumbers and return them to the bowl. Add the dressing and chopped green onions; toss gently.
- Allow the salad to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 68
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg