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Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad Bowl

A crisp and refreshing cucumber salad tossed in a creamy, savory Asian-inspired dressing with sesame and garlic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 3 cups cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp sugar or honey
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Salt cucumbers and let sit to remove moisture.
  2. Drain and pat cucumbers dry.
  3. Mix dressing ingredients until smooth.
  4. Toss cucumbers with dressing.
  5. Top with sesame seeds and green onions.
  6. Chill briefly and serve.

Notes

Best served fresh; add nuts for crunch or noodles for a fuller meal.