Asian Cucumber Noodle Salad
The Asian-style cucumber noodle salad is a refreshing, healthy, and versatile dish perfect for any meal. It's not just delicious; it's also simple to make
Servings 4
Ingredients
- Two large cucumbers (use a spiralizer to make cucumber noodles)
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optionl)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- One tablespoon of sesame seeds(optioal)
- 1/4 cup peanuts, roughly chopped (optional)
For the Dressing
- Two tablespoons of soy sauce
- Qne tablespoon of rice vinegar
- One tablespoon of sesame oil
- One tablespoon of lime juice
- One teaspoon of honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar
- One clove of garlic, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare cucumber noodles
- Use a spiralizer to create long, thin cucumber noodles or. Slice them thinly if you don't have one. Set aside on a paper towel to drain excess moisture.
Prepare the dressing
- Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, ginger, garlic, and a sweetener of choice in a small bowl.
Assemble the salad
- Combine the cucumber noodles and any all the vegetables you're using in a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss to coat.
- Garnish
- For extra crunch, add fresh herbs, sesame seeds, and chopped peanuts or cashews.
- Serve immediately for a crisp and refreshing salad.