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Asian Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Asian Cucumber Salad: Crisp, Creamy, and Easy to Make

This Asian Cucumber Salad is a delightful combination of refreshing cucumbers and vibrant veggies, topped with a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups Cucumbers firm varieties for the best texture
  • 2 medium Carrots julienne for even texture
  • 1 block Tofu silky, can substitute with shrimp or chicken
  • 1 cup Edamame can substitute with favorite beans
  • 1 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Avocado add just before serving
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Vegan Cream Cheese or regular cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Mayo or regular mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust to spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Oil optional
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free option
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds for extra crunch
  • Nori Flakes optional

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad
  1. Wash and slice the cucumbers thinly, julienne the carrots, thinly slice the red onion, and cube the avocado just before using.
  2. If using tofu, press it gently to remove excess moisture, then cube it. Optionally, pan-crisp the tofu in a skillet with sesame oil for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Whisk together the vegan cream cheese, vegan mayo, Sriracha, chili oil, and soy sauce in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Layer cucumbers, carrots, edamame, red onion, and tofu in a jar or bowl, topping with cubed avocado. Pour the dressing over, avoiding cucumbers initially.
  5. Sprinkle sesame seeds and nori flakes on top if using. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1-2 days.
  6. When ready to serve, shake if using a jar or toss in a bowl. This salad pairs well over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Keep wet ingredients away from cucumbers to preserve crunch. Consume within 1-2 days for best texture and flavor. Experiment with proteins for variety.

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