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Cucumber Sunomono Salad

Cucumber Sunomono Salad: Refreshingly Light and Tangy Delight

Cucumber Sunomono Salad is a light and refreshing Japanese side dish, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Sitting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 40
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt for enhancing flavor
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or olive oil
Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional, for garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onion chopped, optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • mandoline or sharp knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by thinly slicing the cucumbers using a sharp knife or a mandoline for even thickness. Place the sliced cucumbers into a medium-sized bowl and sprinkle them generously with salt, tossing to combine. Allow the cucumbers to sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. After the cucumbers have sat for 10 minutes, rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove the excess salt. Once rinsed, drain the cucumbers well and pat them dry with a clean paper towel.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  4. Add the prepared cucumbers to the bowl containing the dressing and toss gently to coat each slice evenly. Allow the salad to sit for at least 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the Cucumber Sunomono Salad to a serving dish and sprinkle sesame seeds and optional chopped green onions on top for garnish. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best taste, chill the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Experiment with additional ingredients like thinly sliced radishes or shredded carrots for extra flavor and color.

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