Easy Korean Cucumber Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and packed with bold flavors, this Easy Korean Cucumber Salad is the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory. Made with crunchy cucumbers coated in a vibrant dressing of gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes), soy sauce, rice vinegar, and nutty sesame oil, this quick side dish is ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. A sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onion adds an irresistible finishing touch to this zesty salad, making it a delightful addition to any Korean-inspired meal. Serve it chilled to fully enjoy its bold, addictive flavors. Ideal for BBQs, rice bowls, or as a refreshing counterpart to spicy mains!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized Cucumbers
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 teaspoons Gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon White sugar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 1 stalk Green onion

Directions

Step 1

Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Sprinkle the cucumbers with 1 teaspoon of salt and toss to coat. Let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.

Step 3

While the cucumbers are resting, finely mince the garlic and thinly slice the green onion.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar. Mix well to create the dressing.

Step 5

After 10 minutes, drain the excess water from the cucumbers and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 6

Add the cucumbers back to the mixing bowl, pour the prepared dressing over them, and toss to coat evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the sesame seeds and sliced green onion over the cucumbers and toss once more.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a side dish, or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	485.8 grams (485.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	260

Total Fat 16.70g	21%
Saturated Fat 2.50g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2951mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 25.80g	9%
Dietary Fiber 4.50g	16%
Total Sugars 12.40g
Protein 5.90g	12%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 94mg	7%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 813mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 37.2%