You’ll love this crunchy asian cucumber salad thats seasoned with a tasty garlicky, soy, vinegar dressing with sesame oil.
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This viral cucumber salad has so much flavor plus it’s so crispy and refreshing. I like to use the delicious sauce to pour over my sticky rice. Inspired by the many delicious viral TikTok recipes made right in a deli container.
It’s a great make ahead side dish using simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
Cucumbers- Seedless English Cucumbers or Persian cucumbers are best.
Salt- Sea salt or Kosher would be delicious.
Vegetables- Fresh ginger, garlic, and green onion.
Sauces and Seasonings- Toasted sesame oil or chili sesame oil, soy sauce or coconut aminos, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, sesame seeds, or optional gochugaru chili pepper flakes.
Deli Container
This recipe is made right in a deli container. The ingredients are shake up, for easier mixing use a fork.
Salt Technique
An essential step in making this cucumber salad is to remove some of the moisture. The cucumber has a slight crisp texture and its a bit less bitter.
After slicing the cucumbers toss them in a good amount of salt, about 1 tablespoon. Let it sit in the refrigerator for about 10-30 minutes or longer if you have the time.
Pour out the liquid and then rinse the cucumbers well to remove the excess salt.
Popular Mix In’s
If you would like to add some extra vegetables and flavors check out these delicious options.
- Jalapeños
- Shredded Carrots
- Bell Peppers
- Cooked Sliced Beets
- Pickled Daikon Radish
- Edamame
- Red Onions
Storage
Homemade asian cucumber salad should be stored in an airtight container or deli container for up to 2-3 in the refrigerator.
How To Make Asian Cucumber Salad Step By Step
1. In a deli container or mixing bowl add cucumbers and salt. Shake or mix.
2. Cover and let rest in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes. Pour out the excess liquid and rinse to remove the excess salt.
3. Top with garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey and sesame oil.
4. Shake the deli container or mix if in a bowl. It can be enjoyed immediately, if you prefer crisp cucumbers.
5. If you prefer the quick pickled method, refrigerated for 2 hours. It really allows the flavors to meld together well. Enjoy.
Cucumber Salad Recipes
Check out these popular deli style cucumber salad recipes.
- Creamy Cucumber Salad - So creamy and delicious.
- Classic Vinegar Cucumber Salad - Perfect summer side dish & oh so tasty.
- Sushi Cucumber Salad - Deconstructed California Roll.
Asian Cucumber Salad
Equipment
- Deli Container or Airtight Container
- Mandolin or Knife & Cutting Board
- Measuring Tools
- Mixing Bowl optional
Ingredients
- 1 English Cucumber, sliced thinly (about ¼ inch)
- 1 tablespoon Salt
Marinate
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 1 Green Onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or Chili Sesame Oil
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
- Gochugaru Chili Pepper Flakes or Crispy Onion Chili Oil
Instructions
- In a deli container or mixing bowl add cucumbers and salt. Shake or mix.
- Cover and let rest in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes. Pour out the excess liquid and rinse to remove the excess salt.
- Top with garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey and sesame oil.
- Shake the deli container or mix if in a bowl. It can be enjoyed immediately, if you prefer crisp cucumbers.
- If you prefer the quick pickled method, refrigerated for 2 hours. It really allows the flavors to meld together well. Enjoy.
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