Sesame Cucumber Salad

This Sesame Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and crunchy keto-friendly appetizer that combines the crispness of cucumbers with the nutty flavor of sesame. It's a quick and easy dish, perfect for a light start to any meal or a healthy snack.

Ingredients

• Cucumbers - 300 grams
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
• Red chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Green onions (sliced) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly using a knife or mandoline.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, red chili flakes, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl and toss them in the dressing until fully coated.
4. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top for garnish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 11 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbs, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Cucumbers are hydrating and provide essential vitamins and minerals.

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