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Spicy Spiral Cucumber Salad

Zesty Spicy Spiral Cucumber Salad for a Refreshing Crunch

This Spicy Spiral Cucumber Salad is a visually appealing and delicious side dish that combines crunch, tang, and spice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 4 servings
Calories 80 kcal

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • Spiralizer

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 4 medium cucumbers spiralized
  • 1 teaspoon salt to draw out moisture

For the Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for tang
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce for savory depth
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for nutty aroma
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes for spice
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic for aromatic punch

For the Toppings

  • fresh cilantro as needed
  • sesame seeds for sprinkling

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bowl, toss the spiralized cucumbers with 1 teaspoon of salt. Let them sit for about 10 minutes.
  • While the cucumbers are resting, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
  • After the cucumbers have released moisture, gently squeeze them to remove excess liquid and transfer to a clean serving bowl.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss gently to coat evenly.
  • Top with fresh cilantro and sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

For best results, use firm, fresh cucumbers and salt the cucumbers to avoid sogginess.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cucumber Salad, Healthy Side Dish, Quick Recipe, refreshing salad, Spicy Spiral Cucumber Salad, Zesty Salad
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