Best 5 Japanese Cucumber Bean Sprout Salad Recipes
Japanese cucumber bean sprout salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a light meal or a side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The salad is made with thin strips of cucumber, bean sprouts, and a variety of other ingredients, such as carrots, red onion, and seaweed. The dressing is typically made with a combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. The salad is often served with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or nori flakes.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
JAPANESE RESTAURANT CUCUMBER SALAD
Simple and easy to make, with a sweet and spicy dressing that adds a refreshing bite. This recipe comes from a lovely, now-elderly Japanese woman friend who was a second-generation immigrant and patiently endured internment during WWII as a young girl. The cucumber salad is similar to sunomo in Japanese restaurants, but a bit more assertive. The ingredients are available in the Asian or ethnic foods sections of most metropolitan grocery stores. If you're diabetic, use sugar substitute instead of sugar with the same results. Original recipe called for 1 teaspoon MSG also.
Provided by MARYLAUREN
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chile paste, and salt together in a bowl. Add cucumbers and stir to coat. Allow salad to marinate for 30 minutes before serving at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 13.6 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
JAPANESE CUCUMBER & BEAN SPROUT SALAD
I've always loved that little side dish of pickled cucumber and or bean sprouts you get at many of the Japanese restaurants. I make a salad that uses both.
Provided by mysticchyna
Categories Japanese
Time 1h15m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the cucumbers and sprouts in a glass bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss well and chill for 1 hour. Rinse and drain well.
- Put all the dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well to combine. Pour over the cucumber/sprouts, and mix well. Top with sesame seeds.
- NOTE: I find that letting the salad sit a few ours in the fridge helps the texture and flavors mix. In fact, I prefer this salad the next day.
JAPANESE CUCUMBER SALAD
This Japanese cucumber salad is quick, crisp, cool, and refreshing, with a tangy-sweet flavor. You'll love this amazingly simple veggie side dish. It is even good the next day!
Provided by Kelly Joy
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel cucumbers. Halve lengthwise and remove seeds. Slice into 1/4-inch thick half moons.
- Mix vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce together in a bowl until sugar is completely dissolved. Add cucumbers and stir until coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 453 mg, Sugar 18.9 g
CUCUMBER AND SHRIMP SUNOMONO
While studying Japanese culture in the 4th grade, our class celebrated with a big feast, where I shared this salad. It's refreshing...and a special touch to any meal.-Pam Chicou, San Jose, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, bean sprouts and shrimp. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, soy sauce and sugar; pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
JAPANESE CABBAGE SALAD
Tip: To toast almonds and sesame seeds, spread them in a single layer in separate ungreased shallow pans. Bake in a 350ºF oven for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring or shaking often, until desired doneness. 1 serving: 297 Calories; 23.2 g Total Fat (11.1 g Mono, 8.7 g Poly, 2.2 g Sat); 0 mg Cholesterol; 20 g Carbohydrate; 3 g Fibre; 6 g Protein; 593 mg Sodium
Provided by - Carla -
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Put first 7 ingredients into large bowl. Toss.
- Asian Dressing: Empty seasoning packet into jar with tight-fitting lid. Add next 6 ingredients. Shake well. Makes about 3/4 cup dressing. Drizzle over salad. Toss well.
- Just before serving, break up instant noodles. Scatter over top. Sprinkle with chow mein noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.4, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Sodium 1178.3, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 5.8, Protein 7.9
Tips for Making Japanese Cucumber Bean Sprout Salad
- **Use fresh, crisp cucumbers and bean sprouts.** This will ensure that your salad is at its best. - **Cut the cucumbers and bean sprouts into thin strips.** This will help them absorb the dressing more easily. - **Don't skimp on the dressing.** The dressing is what makes this salad so delicious. Be sure to use a good quality soy sauce and rice vinegar. - **Serve the salad chilled.** This will help the flavors to meld together. Serve the salad within a few hours of making it. - **Garnish the salad with sesame seeds or crumbled nori.** This will add a nice finishing touch.Conclusion
Japanese cucumber bean sprout salad is a refreshing and delicious salad that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is also a healthy salad, as it is packed with nutrients. If you are looking for a new salad to try, I highly recommend this one.
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