Tangy Cucumber Salad That Makes Every Bite Refreshing!
Enjoy a refreshing cucumber salad that delights your taste buds with its tangy flavors and crunchy textures, perfect for summer.
Equipment
- - Colander
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cups Cucumbers English or Persian recommended
- 1 teaspoon Salt For drawing out moisture
- 2 tablespoons Scallions Chopped
- 1/2 cup Onion Red or sweet onion, diced
- 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh, chopped
- 1 each Chile Pepper Optional, sliced
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Fresh, grated
- 1 clove Garlic Freshly minced
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
Instructions
How to Make Tangy Honey Cucumber Salad
- Thinly slice the cucumbers and place them in a colander. Sprinkle with salt and let them drain for about 30 minutes to 1 hour to remove excess moisture for a crisp salad.
- Rinse the salted cucumbers thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt, then pat them dry gently with a clean towel.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, honey, grated ginger, sesame oil, minced garlic, and any remaining salt. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix the drained cucumbers with diced onion, chopped cilantro, sliced chile pepper, and scallions.
- Drizzle the honey dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
For optimal freshness, combine salad just before serving. Prepare dressing and cucumber ahead of time.