Sushi Cucumber Salad
This sushi cucumber salad is a fresh, crunchy, and flavorful dish inspired by classic sushi flavors. Made with crisp cucumbers, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this quick and healthy salad is ready in minutes and perfect as a light side dish or refreshing snack.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers English or Persian
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger optional
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Optional: sliced green onions
- Optional: chili flakes
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice cucumbers into rounds or ribbons.
- Optional: lightly salt cucumbers, let sit for 10 minutes, then drain excess water.
- In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and ginger.
- Add cucumbers and toss to coat evenly.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes to absorb flavor.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds, green onions, and chili flakes if desired.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- Salting cucumbers helps reduce excess moisture.
- Slice cucumbers thin for better flavor absorption.
- Adjust sweetness or saltiness to taste.
- Best enjoyed fresh for maximum crunch.