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Japanese Cucumber Salad

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Japanese Cucumber Salad is a light and refreshing dish made with crunchy cucumbers and tangy dressing, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Salting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 60

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Cucumbers Must be fresh and crunchy
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt recommended
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Optional but recommended for flavor
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Essential for completing the salad

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Mandoline slicer
  • bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing your medium cucumbers thoroughly under cold water. Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, cut the cucumbers into thin slices, about 1/8-inch thick.
  2. Transfer the sliced cucumbers into a spacious bowl and generously sprinkle them with sea salt. Allow the cucumbers to sit undisturbed for about 10-15 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil until the sugar fully dissolves.
  4. After the cucumbers have released their moisture, rinse them under cold water in a colander to remove excess salt.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the drained cucumber slices with the prepared dressing. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
  6. Transfer the salad into serving dishes. Serve right away or refrigerate for about 15 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cucumber slices are cut uniformly for consistent texture. Adjust dressing sweetness per preference and refrigerate before serving for optimal flavor.

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