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    Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe (One Bowl)

    Published: Aug 15, 2024 · Modified: Jan 22, 2025 by Abeer Rizvi · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Quick and easy cucumber salad recipe, made with simple ingredients in one pot/ bowl in 10 minutes. It's spicy, tangy because of vinegar and red chili flakes.

    Best Cucumber Salad Recipe with Vinegar Dressing

    This simple salad is a wonderful way to use up all those garden cucumbers. It's refreshing, fresh, inspired by Asian flavors and makes a quick side dish. There is also a spicy kick and nutty crunch from the sesame seeds. If you enjoy this flavor profile, check out my Asian Ramen Noodle Salad (One Bowl).

    Table of contents

    • Key ingredients
    • Variations
    • How do you make cucumber salad with vinegar?
    • What to serve with cucumber salad?
    • Tips and techniques
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Storage
    • More salad recipes

    Key ingredients

    • Cucumbers- Make sure they are peeled and sliced.
    • Ginger- It's best to use fresh that is minced.
    • Vinegar- Adds a bit of tangy tartness.
    • Olive oil- Used as part of the dressing.
    • Sesame oil- Don't skip this ingredient, because it adds an essential flavor.
    • Honey- Brings in a touch of sweetness that balances out the vinegar.
    • Soy sauce- Always use low sodium to avoid saltiness.
    • Salt- Adjust according to your preference.
    • Red chili flakes- Adds a little kick.
    • Sesame seeds- Toasted bring in more flavor.

    Variations

    • Add tomatoes- I like to add 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half.
    • Creamy version- Add ¾ cup sour cream, mayonnaise or yogurt.
    • Use onions- Add ½ cup thinly sliced onions.
    • Toss in some tomatoes and onions- Add ½ cup thinly sliced onions and 1 cup cherry tomatoes.
    • Add Avocados- Olive oil-
    • Use avocado and tomatoes- Add 1 cup cherry tomatoes and 1 roughly chopped avocado.
    • Feta tomato salad- Add 1 cup cherry tomatoes and sprinkle ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese on top.
    • Cucumber dill salad- Add 2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill.
    • Add watermelon- Use this Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint (One Bowl).
    • Use sugar- As a honey substitute.

    Easy Cucumber Salad Recipe

    How do you make cucumber salad with vinegar?

    1. Mix together- Ginger, vinegar, sesame oil, olive oil, honey, soy sauce, and salt in a salad bowl.
    2. Toss in- The sliced cucumbers.
    3. Sprinkle- Red chili flakes and sesame seeds and you are done.

    What to serve with cucumber salad?

    This fresh salad is perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, and BBQs. Serve it alongside burgers, hot dogs, wraps or sandwiches like this Loose Meat Sandwich (One Pot). Or put it alongside smoked, baked or grilled steak, pork chops, or salmon. I especially like it with chicken, such as this Honey Garlic Chicken (One Pan), Chili Lime Chicken (One Pan), or even Lemon Pepper Chicken (One Pan).

    Tips and techniques

    • Cucumbers can be sliced thin or thick- For maximum flavor, cut thin slices because they will absorb the ingredients and flavors quicker.
    • Adjust the amount of red chili flakes- Based on your preference.
    • Add more flavor- With some finely chopped green onions.
    • You must use sesame oil- Because it adds a distinct Asian flavor.
    • Use toasted sesame seeds- Because they have more flavor than non-toasted sesame seeds.
    • Use low sodium soy sauce- Because you don't want your dish getting overly salty.

    Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe

    Recipe FAQs

    Is cucumber with vinegar good for you?

    Yes, it's healthy and good for you, but everything should always be eaten in moderation.

    Is it safe to eat cucumbers and tomatoes together?

    Yes, it's safe to eat them together and their flavors actually complement each other very well too

    How long does this last?

    This salad is best served fresh and won't be good stored overnight in the fridge or freezer. It is at it's most appetizing point within 2 hours of making it.

    Storage

    • Make ahead- I don't recommend this. This particular salad is best served fresh.
    • Refrigerate- This is one of those salads where leftovers cannot be stored overnight because cucumbers release a lot of water, making the salad watery.
    • Freeze- Leftovers should not be stored in the freezer, because upon thawing the cucumbers lose their crunch and it's not as appetizing.

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    • Waldorf Salad (One Bowl)
    • Cherry Tomato Salad (One Bowl)
    • Creamy Cucumber Tomato Onion Salad (One Bowl)
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    Best Asian Cucumber Salad in Glass Bowl.

    Cucumber Salad Recipe

    Abeer
    Quick and easy cucumber salad recipe, made with simple ingredients in one pot/ bowl in 10 minutes. It's spicy, tangy because of vinegar and red chili flakes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Chill time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Chinese
    Servings 2 People
    Calories 151 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 teaspoon Ginger Finely minced
    • 2 tablespoon Rice vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
    • 1 tbsp Olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon Honey Or sugar
    • 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
    • Salt To taste
    • 2 Cucumbers Big, Peeled and cut into slices
    • ½ teaspoon Red chili flakes
    • 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds Toasted

    Instructions
     

    • In a large salad bowl, add ginger, vinegar, sesame oil, olive oil, honey, soy sauce, salt and whisk everything together. 
    • Add cucumbers and mix everything together.
    • Sprinkle red chili flakes and sesame seeds.
    • Serve immediately or let it sit in the fridge for 30 minutes for the flavors to truly marinate. Enjoy!

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    Notes

    • Read all my tips above.
    • Best served on the same day that it's prepared. Leftovers don't store too well for more than a couple of hours.  

    Nutrition

    Calories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 580mgPotassium: 427mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 365IUVitamin C: 9.6mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 1mg

    An automated tool is used to calculate the nutritional information. As such, I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information provided for any recipe on this site.

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    Comments

    1. Amanda says

      August 09, 2018 at 6:36 pm

      Such a tasty and healthy recipe! Everyone needs to try this!5 stars

      Reply
    2. Delaney says

      August 09, 2018 at 7:52 pm

      I love a good cucumber salad!

      Reply
    3. Jamielyn says

      August 10, 2018 at 7:24 am

      Looks so fresh and flavorful!

      Reply
    4. Cathy says

      August 10, 2018 at 2:59 pm

      I could eat WAY too much of this!

      Reply
    5. Erin says

      August 10, 2018 at 9:44 pm

      This needs to happen at my house very soon!! Love this healthy option!5 stars

      Reply
    6. Sandra says

      August 12, 2018 at 4:32 pm

      Such a great way to eat cucumbers! I can't wait to give it a try!5 stars

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