Garlic and Vinegar Cucumber Salad

Garlic and Vinegar Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and tangy dish that combines crisp cucumbers with bold flavors of garlic and vinegar. This dairy-free Chinese salad is perfect as a side dish or a light appetizer.

Ingredients

• Cucumbers - 300 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks

Steps

1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
2. In a small bowl, finely mince the garlic and add the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and red chili flakes. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers with the garlic vinegar dressing. Toss well to ensure the cucumbers are evenly coated.
4. Chop the green onions and sprinkle them over the salad for added freshness.
5. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 70
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 3 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

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

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