Asian Spicy Cucumber Salad

Overhead view of homemade spicy cucumber salad with sesame seeds and chili dressing

Asian Spicy Cucumber Salad

A quick, refreshing Spicy Cucumber Salad with crisp cucumbers, a bold spicy dressing, and vibrant Asian-inspired flavors. Perfect as a side dish, meal prep option, or healthy snack.

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Course: dinner, side dish

Cuisine: Japanese, Asian-Inspired

Keyword: Asian cucumber salad, Asian cucumber salad recipe, Japanese cucumber salad, Korean cucumber salad, Viral cucumber salad

Prep Time: 15

Chilling Time: 10

Total Time: 25

Servings: servings

Calories: 90kcal

Cost: $5

Equipment

1 Sharp knife or mandoline For thin, even cucumber slices
1 Colander For salting and draining cucumbers
1 Mixing bowl For tossing salad
1 Small bowl For mixing dressing
1 Whisk For emulsifying dressing

Ingredients

2 English cucumbers or 4–5 Persian cucumbers
1 teaspoon Salt for drawing out moisture
2 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds divided, some for garnish
2 Green onions thinly sliced
0.25 cup Fresh cilantro optional, roughly chopped
3 tablespoon Rice vinegar
1 tablespoon Soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
2 teaspoon Sugar or honey for natural sweetener
1-2 tablespoon Chili oil adjust to heat preference
1 tablespoon Sesame oil
2 Garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon Fresh ginger grated
1-2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes or Korean gochugaru

Instructions

Slice cucumbers, salt them, and drain.
Make the spicy dressing.
Rinse and dry cucumbers.
Toss cucumbers with dressing and green onions.
Chill for 10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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