Gochugaru Cucumber Salad

Gochugaru Cucumber Salad is a refreshing Korean side dish that combines the crunch of cucumbers with the spicy, smoky flavor of gochugaru. This vibrant salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side to complement any meal.

Ingredients

• Cucumbers - 2 medium, thinly sliced
• Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, gochugaru, and salt to create the dressing.
2. Add the thinly sliced cucumbers to the bowl and toss well until they are evenly coated with the dressing.
3. Allow the salad to marinate for about 5 minutes for the flavors to meld.
4. Before serving, sprinkle the chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top.
5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 70
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories and high in hydration due to the cucumbers.
• Rich in antioxidants from gochugaru and garlic, which may boost immunity.

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