Crisp and Refreshing Summer Delight! Quick Cucumber Salad Recipe
Crisp and Refreshing Summer Delight! Quick Cucumber Salad Recipe
Perfect for When You Have No Appetite! Super Simple 5-Minute Cucumber Salad
Introducing a cool and crisp cucumber salad that will awaken your appetite on humid days. It can be enjoyed immediately without any special marinating process, making it a fuss-free dish even on busy days. The sweet, sour, and spicy seasoning perfectly complements the freshness of the cucumbers, making it an irresistible side dish!
Main Ingredients- 1 cucumber (medium size)
- 1/2 onion (medium size)
Sweet & Spicy Dressing- 5 Tbsp soy sauce
- 5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp maesilcheong (plum extract)
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 5 Tbsp soy sauce
- 5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp maesilcheong (plum extract)
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the cucumber thoroughly and pat it dry. Then, cut it in half lengthwise, and slice it diagonally about 0.5 cm thick. Peel the onion and slice it into thin strips.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the delicious dressing! In a bowl, combine 5 Tbsp soy sauce, 5 Tbsp gochugaru, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp maesilcheong, and 1 Tbsp vinegar. Mix them thoroughly. You can adjust the amount of soy sauce and gochugaru to your preference for an even tastier result.
Step 3
Add the prepared cucumber and onion to the dressing and gently toss to combine. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cucumbers mushy. It’s important to mix them lightly just enough to coat them evenly with the seasoning. To maintain a crisp texture, avoid mixing for too long.
Step 4
Finally, sprinkle 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty flavor and aroma. Gently mix them in, and your appetizing cucumber salad is ready! You can enjoy it immediately for its fresh, crisp texture, or let it sit for a short while to allow the flavors to meld slightly.
