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Smashed Cucumber Salad with Chili Oil


  • Author: lydia
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring crunchy cucumbers, aromatic garlic, and a spicy kick from chili oil.


Ingredients

  • Cucumbers
  • Chili oil
  • Garlic
  • Soy sauce
  • Rice vinegar
  • Sesame oil
  • Salt
  • Sugar
  • Scallions
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cut the cucumbers into large chunks and smash them with the flat side of a knife.
  2. In a bowl, combine the chili oil, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and sugar.
  3. Add the smashed cucumbers to the bowl and toss to coat them in the dressing.
  4. Let the salad marinate for about 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator before serving.

Notes

Choose firm cucumbers for the best texture; Persian or English cucumbers are great options.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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