Cucumber Salad with Garlic

This refreshing Cucumber Salad with Garlic is a delightful Chinese dish that combines crisp cucumbers with a punch of garlic, creating a perfect side for any meal. Light, healthy, and bursting with flavor, it’s an easy addition to your dinner table.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 2 medium-sized (about 300g)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon (4g)
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g)
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Chopped fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons (10g)

Steps

1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly into rounds or half-moons.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using).
3. Add the sliced cucumbers to the mixing bowl and toss well to coat them in the dressing.
4. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top and give it a final toss.

Nutrition

• Calories: 60
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 3 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Cucumbers are low in calories and high in water, making them great for hydration and weight management.
• Garlic has anti-inflammatory properties and may help boost the immune system.

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