Smashed Cucumber Salad
A Chinese-style cold marinated cucumber salad that is flavorful, simple and very addictive.
Ingredients
- 5 Persian cucumbers, (see note)
- 1/2-1 tsp salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Slice ends off cucumbers and then smash them until they break like the video above. Cut the cucumbers into thirds. Then slice into bite-sized pieces approximately 1/2 inch wide and 1 inch long.
- Add all the remaining ingredients and mix until cucumbers are evenly coated in seasonings. Taste and adjust as needed. You can eat right away or let the cucumbers sit in the fridge to further develop the flavors.
Notes
It's best to use Persian cucumbers because they are crisper. If Persian isn't available then I use Kirby ones.
Serving: 0.25recipe, Calories: 72kcal, Carbohydrates: 14.9g, Protein: 2.6g, Fat: 1.6g, Saturated Fat: 0.3g, Sodium: 589.3mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 6.9g, NET CARBS: 13
The nutrition information provided are only estimates based on an online nutritional calculator. This is not a comprehensive list of all the nutrients in the recipe (i.e., does not include vitamins, cholesterol, etc). I am not a certified nutritionist. Please consult a nutritionist or doctor for accurate information and any dietary restrictions and concerns you may have.
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