Chinese Cucumber Salad
This easy Chinese cucumber salad is crisp, tangy, and lightly sweet. Fresh cucumbers are salted, chilled, and tossed with a simple mix of sugar and Chinese rice vinegar for that perfect crunch and refreshing flavor. It makes a great appetizer or side dish for any meal.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber about 8 oz (250g), Japanese or regular cucumber
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon Chinese rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Rinse the cucumber thoroughly under cold running water and cut off the ends. If using a Japanese cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise. If using a regular cucumber, quarter it lengthwise.
- Use a teaspoon to scoop out the seeds, then pat the cucumber pieces dry with paper towels.
- Slice the cucumber diagonally into bite-sized pieces.
- Transfer the cucumber into a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and mix well. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
- Drain any excess water, then add sugar and Chinese rice vinegar. Stir to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
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Nutrition
Serving: 4people | Calories: 14kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 54IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg