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Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad

Irresistible Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad for Vibrant Flavors

This Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, crunchy side that adds a kick to any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 piece English Cucumber Thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 2 stalks Scallion Optional garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Or Distilled White Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Can substitute with agave or maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil Can swap with neutral oil
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru Korean chili pepper flakes
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Optional topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Mandoline
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the English cucumber thoroughly, then slice it thinly. Place in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with kosher salt, and toss to coat. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, honey, toasted sesame oil, and gochugaru until smooth.
  3. Drain excess liquid from cucumbers, add to dressing, and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with sliced scallion and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; do not refrigerate once mixed as it may lose crunchiness.

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