Best 6 Cool Oriental Cucumber Salad Recipes
In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes captivate the senses quite like a cool oriental cucumber salad. Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this refreshing dish transports taste buds to a realm of harmonious balance. Crisp cucumbers unite with a medley of aromatic ingredients, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. Whether served as a refreshing appetizer, a light side dish, or a tangy complement to a main course, this delectable salad promises to tantalize and satisfy with every bite. With its vibrant hues, enticing aromas, and symphony of flavors, the cool oriental cucumber salad stands as a testament to the culinary artistry that can be achieved with simple ingredients. Let's embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind crafting this culinary masterpiece and explore the various elements that come together to create a truly extraordinary dish.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CHINESE CUCUMBER SALAD
This Chinese Cucumber Salad is simple and refreshing, with a mild garlic flavor balanced with the perfect amount of salt and rice vinegar. The secret is making a mild garlic oil in addition to a little bit of raw garlic!
Provided by Kaitlin
Categories Appetizer
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- First prepare the garlic. When you've minced all of the garlic, set aside the equivalent of 1 clove.
- Mix the oil and the rest of the garlic together, and set over medium-heat in a saucepan. Cook lightly for 2-3 minutes. Some foam will appear as the water in the garlic escapes. Do not let the garlic brown! This process takes about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
- Chop the cucumbers into quarters lengthwise and then into ½-inch chunks. Transfer to a bowl. Add the garlic oil, salt, sugar, pinch of MSG if using, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Finally, add the reserved minced raw garlic. Stir thoroughly to coat everything.
- For the best results, let sit for at least 20 minutes in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 778 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
COOL ORIENTAL CUCUMBER SALAD
I put this recipe together from a lot of different sources after trying in vain to find one I really liked. It has a rather delicate flavor, but you can add a little stronger vinegar if you like. I did research to determine if there was a similar one but couldn't find one. My apologies if it is the same as another.
Provided by CoolMonday
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For dressing, mix first 8 ingredients in a container and shake well.
- Refrigerate for a couple of hours to blend the flavors.
- Slice onion very thin and place in ice water for half hour.
- Dry onion with paper towels before using.
- Peel cucumbers and slice thin.
- Place in a bowl, pour on dressing and mix well.
- Peel and slice avocado.
- Arrange cucumbers (don't pour out the dressing), onion, and avocado individually on a plate (they can be mixed but I like the way they look individually).
- Drizzle the remaining dressing on the onion and avocado.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds or peanuts.
ASIAN CUCUMBER SALAD
This is a really delicious, light salad.
Provided by sandradxb
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt; set aside to drain for 1 hour.
- Whisk the vinegar and sugar together until the sugar is dissolved; add the sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds; stir.
- Rinse salt off the cucumber slices by running under cold water; place in a large bowl with the sliced red chile peppers. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 780.3 mg, Sugar 11.5 g
ORIENTAL CUCUMBER SALAD
Make and share this Oriental Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend together sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and pepper flakes.
- Stir cucumbers and onions into the mixture, and pour all into a ziploc bag, removing excess air, so salad marinates well.
- Marinate salad several hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.1, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 338, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 1.4
ASIAN CUCUMBER SALAD
This colorful Asian cucumber salad makes a simple, cool side dish when we have stir-fry for dinner. -Tari Ambler, Shorewood, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a serving bowl, combine the vinegar, honey, oil, soy sauce, salt and pepper. Add cucumber and red pepper; stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 34 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ORIENTAL CUCUMBER SALAD
Provided by Susan Bishop-Sauter
Categories Salad Vegetable Vegetarian Quick & Easy Cucumber Summer Jalapeño Bon Appétit Massachusetts
Yield Serves 2 to 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place cucumbers in medium bowl. Sprinkle with salt. Toss. Chill 1 hour.
- Drain cucumbers and return to bowl. Combine remaining ingredients in another bowl. Pour over cucumbers and toss to coat. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Refrigerate.)
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumbers.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cucumbers.
- If you are using a mandoline, be careful to use the safety guard.
- To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the cucumbers and dressing separately and then combine them just before serving.
- This salad is best served chilled.
- Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or mint.
- Serve the salad as a side dish or appetizer.
Conclusion:
Oriental cucumber salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is also a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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