Description
A vibrant, crunchy salad featuring cucumber ribbons, a bright lime‑sesame dressing, and fresh herbs. This light side balances sweet, sour, and umami, creating a refreshing burst of flavor that pairs well with rice or grilled meats.
Ingredients
- Cucumbers (1 large)
- Rice vinegar (2 tablespoons)
- Soju sauce (1 tablespoon)
- Lime juice (1 tablespoon)
- Sesame oil (½ teaspoon)
- Minced garlic (1 teaspoon)
- Granulated sugar (1 teaspoon)
- Red pepper flakes (¼ teaspoon)
- Toasted sesame seeds (1 tablespoon)
- Cilantro (2 tablespoons)
- Green onions (2 thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers into thin ribbons.
- Whisk vinegar, soy sauce, lime, sesame oil, garlic, sugar, pepper.
- Add cucumber ribbons, sesame, cilantro, onions; toss with dressing.
- Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Serve in a dish, sprinkle sesame seeds.
- Enjoy immediately or pack for on‑the‑go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian