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sliced cucumbers in a bowl topped with chili flakes
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5 from 8 votes

Spicy Cucumber Salad

Crisp cucumbers and a simple, yet spicy sauce come together to make this Spicy Cucumber Salad. Enjoy it as a boldly flavored and refreshing snack, side dish, or appetizer!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: cucumber salad, spicy cucumber salad
Servings: 4
Author: Erin Alvarez

Ingredients

  • 6 mini cucumbers sliced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp chili oil or chili crunch
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Korean chili flakes or red pepper flakes
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Instructions

  • Add cucumbers and salt to a bowl and let them sit for 10 minutes; drain any liquid.
  • Add the remaining ingredients in with the cucumbers and stir to combine. Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

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Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation
*Can't find mini cucumbers? Use 2 English cucumbers instead

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 551mg | Potassium: 629mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 324IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg
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