Asian Cucumber Sesame Salad
A fresh and crunchy salad combining crisp cucumbers, carrots, and peppers, tossed in a tangy sesame dressing. Perfect as a light side or healthy snack.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 large seedless cucumbers (spiralized or julienned)
- 2 large carrots (spiralized or peeled)
- 1 sweet pepper chopped sweet pepper
Seasonings & Seeds
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (white or black)
- 1 green onion sliced green part only
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (about half a lime)
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Aminos or gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey or sugar)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- pinch red pepper flakes to taste
Additional Salt
- more to taste salt
Instructions
- Spiralize or julienne the cucumbers and toss with 1 teaspoon salt. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- While waiting, prepare the carrots, peppers, and dressing ingredients.
- Drain cucumbers, pat dry, then combine with carrots and peppers in a bowl. Toss with 2-3 tablespoons of dressing.
- Top with green onion, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
Adjust salt and spice levels to taste. Best enjoyed fresh.