Description
Spiral Cucumber Salad: Korean-Inspired Recipe is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the crispness of mini cucumbers with bold Korean flavors. This salad features an eye-catching spiral presentation, making it perfect for any occasion—from picnics to dinner parties. The tangy dressing, made from gochugaru and rice vinegar, adds a delightful kick that balances the fresh ingredients beautifully. With minimal prep time and just a few simple ingredients, this salad is not only easy to make but also a healthy side dish that will impress your guests. Enjoy it alongside grilled meats or as a light snack on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 mini cucumbers
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Using chopsticks as a guide, slice each cucumber diagonally to create an accordion effect without cutting all the way through.
- Flip the cucumber and cut straight down to form spirals. Repeat with all cucumbers.
- Place spiraled cucumbers in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, toss gently, and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water and pat dry.
- Add minced garlic, green onion, rice vinegar, gochugaru, sesame oil, sugar, and sesame seeds to the bowl; mix gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg