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Japanese Cucumber Salad (Sunomono) πŸ₯’ Refreshing Side πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅

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Salads Japanese Oct 18, 2025 327
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Description

Light, crisp, and tangy β€” this traditional Japanese cucumber salad pairs vinegar, sesame, and a hint of sweetness for the perfect cooling side dish. πŸ‹

Hook
Cool, crunchy, and perfectly balanced β€” Japan’s answer to summer heat! 🧊

Ingredients

Servings: 4
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  • πŸ₯’ 2 Japanese cucumbers (or 1 English cucumber, ~250 g)
  • πŸ§‚ Β½ tsp salt
  • 🍢 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 🍯 1 tbsp sugar
  • 🍢 1 tsp soy sauce
  • πŸ›’οΈ 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 🌿 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
  • πŸ§… 1 tbsp finely sliced spring onion (optional)

Preparation

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Total Time

πŸ•’ Preparation: 10 min
πŸ”₯ Cooking: 0 min
πŸ’€ Rest: 10 min
⏰ Total: 20 min

Nutritional Value

🍽️ Calories: 60 kcal
πŸ₯© Protein: 2 g
πŸ₯– Carbohydrates: 7 g
πŸ›’οΈ Fat: 3 g
πŸ§‚ Sodium: 220 mg
πŸ”₯ 60 kcal πŸ’ͺ 2 g protein 🍞 7 g carbs 🧈 3 g fat
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Advice

Slice cucumbers paper-thin for the most elegant texture. πŸ₯’

Why it works πŸ’‘
Thinner slices absorb the dressing evenly and stay crisp longer after chilling.

Twist 🌢️
Add a pinch of chili flakes or grated ginger for a zesty punch.

Status

Bright, tangy, and refreshing β€” the essence of Japanese simplicity! πŸ₯’βœ¨ #grannyzen #sunomono

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