Description
Cool off this summer with our Spicy Spiral Cucumber Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s quick to make and bursting with flavor. This delightful salad features spiralized cucumbers tossed in a zesty dressing made from chili flakes and garlic, providing a satisfying crunch with every bite. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as an accompaniment to any meal, this vegan-friendly recipe is both nutritious and guilt-free. With its lively colors and bold tastes, it’s sure to impress your guests while keeping things light and fresh.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium cucumbers
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Spiralize the cucumbers using a vegetable spiralizer until they resemble noodles.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the spiralized cucumbers with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, and minced garlic until well combined.
- After 10 minutes, gently squeeze excess liquid from the cucumbers. Add them to a serving bowl and drizzle the dressing over the top. Toss until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg