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Eloquently Ella
By Eloquently Ella

Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad

9 steps
Prep:10minCook:5min
Updated at: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:39:20 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
48
Low
Glycemic Load
13
Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories177.9 kcal (9%)
Total Fat7.9 g (11%)
Carbs26.6 g (10%)
Sugars20.4 g (23%)
Protein2.9 g (6%)
Sodium1051.1 mg (53%)
Fiber2.1 g (8%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Prepare the cucumbers:

Step 1
Thinly slice the cucumbers and sprinkle them with salt. Let them sit for about 10-15 minutes.
Step 2
Rinse the cucumbers under cold water and drain them well.
Step 3
Squeeze out any extra water.

Make the Dressing:

Step 4
In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, Korean red pepper flakes, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir everything together until the sugar is dissolved.

Combine and marinate:

Step 5
In a larger bowl, mix the cucumbers and chopped green onions.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss everything together so the cucumbers are well coated.
Step 7
Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Finish & Serve

Step 8
Just before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad.
Step 9
For added flavor, you can garnish with fresh cilantro if you’d like.