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Asian Cucumber Salad

Asian cucumber salad is a refreshing summer side dish. Sliced cucumbers and red onions are tossed in a tangy Asian-inspired vinaigrette .
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Asian
Marinating time 2 hours
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 68kcal
Author Lisa B.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cucumber thinly sliced
  • ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon chili garlic sauce

Instructions

  • Combine cucumbers and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
  • In a separate bowl combine the sugar, rice vinegar, kosher salt and chili garlic sauce.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions.
  • Stir until everything is coated with the dressing
  • For best results, cover the salad and allow it to marinate in the refrigerator for two hours before serving.

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Notes

Storage
For the best taste and texture, Asian cucumber salad needs to be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consumer the salad within one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 615mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.2mg