Sweet Spicy Cucumber Salad Recipe

Cool down with this vibrant Sweet Spicy Cucumber Salad! A refreshing and surprisingly addictive blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or appetizer. This low-fat recipe is easy to make and requires minimal prep time. If you love a kick, this is the salad for you!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 69.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.3 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Spicy Cucumber Salad

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How to Make Sweet Spicy Cucumber Salad

  1. Thinly slice 3 cucumbers and 1/2 medium red onion. Mince 2-3 jalapeños (remove seeds for less heat).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
  3. Add the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and minced jalapeños to a large bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss to coat.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g