This Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring crisp cucumbers tossed in a tangy, sweet, and spicy dressing, it’s topped with crunchy cashews for the perfect balance of textures. Whether served as a side dish, appetizer, or light snack, this salad is quick to make, healthy, and bursting with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound cocktail cucumbers, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust for spice level)
- ¼ teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped roasted and salted cashews
Instructions:
- Prep the Cucumbers : Place the sliced cucumbers in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss to coat evenly and let them sit for 10 minutes to release excess moisture. After 10 minutes, drain the cucumbers and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Make the Dressing : In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, and minced ginger until well combined.
- Toss the Salad : Add the diced red onion to the cucumbers and pour the dressing over the top. Toss the cucumbers and onions to evenly coat them with the dressing.
- Add the Crunch : Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped roasted and salted cashews over the salad for a delicious crunch.
- Serve and Enjoy : Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately. It’s best served fresh for the crispest texture.
Conclusion:
This Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad with Crunchy Cashews is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The tangy dressing, paired with the cool cucumbers and the crunch of cashews, makes it an irresistible addition to any meal. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, it’s a dish you’ll want to make again and again.
Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad with Crunchy Cashews
This Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad with Crunchy Cashews is a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cocktail cucumbers sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha adjust for spice level
- ¼ teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped roasted and salted cashews
Instructions
- Prep the Cucumbers : Place the sliced cucumbers in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss to coat evenly and let them sit for 10 minutes to release excess moisture. After 10 minutes, drain the cucumbers and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Make the Dressing : In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, and minced ginger until well combined.
- Toss the Salad : Add the diced red onion to the cucumbers and pour the dressing over the top. Toss the cucumbers and onions to evenly coat them with the dressing.
- Add the Crunch : Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped roasted and salted cashews over the salad for a delicious crunch.
- Serve and Enjoy : Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately. It’s best served fresh for the crispest texture.