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smashed cucumber salad

Smashed Cucumber Salad: 5 Flavors That Wow Your Tastebuds

A refreshing smashed cucumber salad with a tangy dressing.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium cucumbers
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumbers and cut them into halves or quarters.
  2. Smash the cucumbers lightly with a rolling pin or a heavy object.
  3. Sprinkle salt over the smashed cucumbers and let them sit for 10 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and sugar.
  5. Rinse the cucumbers under cold water and drain well.
  6. Combine the cucumbers with the dressing, green onions, and sesame seeds.
  7. Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the salt to taste.
  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
  • This salad is best served fresh.
  • Author: Juanita A. Smith
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: smashed cucumber salad