Korean Cucumber Salad Recipe - Quick & Refreshing (Print Version)

Discover how to make a simple, refreshing Korean Cucumber Salad. Perfect for light meals or as a side dish!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Korean
Dietary: Vegetarian, Vegan

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2-3 fresh cucumbers
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
04 - 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1 tsp sugar
07 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

# Instructions:

01 - Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice evenly into thin discs or diagonals.
02 - In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, gochugaru, minced garlic, and sugar. Stir well.
03 - Add sliced cucumbers to the dressing and toss gently until evenly coated.
04 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and serve the salad chilled.

# Notes:

01 - Toast sesame seeds for extra flavor. Use Persian cucumbers for the best texture.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Chef's knife
02 - Mixing bowl
03 - Small skillet

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 45
Total Fat: 2.5
Total Carbohydrate: 4
Protein: 1