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Tangy Sesame Cucumber Salad: Refreshing Low-Cholesterol Side Dish
Recipe: Cucumber Salad 🥒
Description: This refreshing cucumber salad is not only excellent as a side dish for a heavy meal but also pairs wonderfully with spicy Chinese dishes. The preparation time includes standing and chilling, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Recipe Category: Low Protein
Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Free Of…, Weeknight, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 86.3
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 586.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 22g
- Fiber Content: 1.2g
- Sugar Content: 16.6g
- Protein Content: 1.5g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Cucumbers |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1/4 | Lemon juice |
| 1/4 | Sugar |
| 1 – 2 | White vinegar |
| As needed | Toasted sesame seeds |
Instructions:
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Prepare Cucumbers:
- Peel the cucumbers and slice them thinly into a large bowl.
- Sprinkle salt over the cucumber slices and mix well.
- Set aside for 45 minutes to allow the salt to draw out excess moisture.
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Drain Excess Liquid:
- After 45 minutes, put the cucumbers in a strainer.
- Squeeze as much liquid as possible out of the cucumbers.
- Discard the liquid.
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Prepare Dressing:
- In a separate bowl, mix together lemon juice, sugar, and white vinegar until well combined.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the drained cucumbers to the dressing mixture.
- Toss gently to coat the cucumbers evenly with the dressing.
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Chill:
- Transfer the dressed cucumbers to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Garnish:
- Before serving, garnish the cucumber salad with toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Enjoy this light and refreshing cucumber salad as a side dish or accompaniment to your favorite meals. Its crisp texture and tangy flavor make it a perfect addition to any table.
