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Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad

June 29, 2021
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Crunchy persian cucumbers, shallots, and scallions marinated tossed with a simple sweet and tangy Asian vinaigrette with crispy sesame seeds: this Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad truly hits all the marks!
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Crunchy Persian cucumbers, shallots, and scallions tossed with a simple sweet and tangy Asian vinaigrette with crispy sesame seeds: this Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad truly hits all the marks!

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So, you’re whipping up some Asian food for dinner tonight. Maybe you’re making my Kimchi and Mushroom Fried Rice, or maybe you’re going with my Gochujang Tofu Lettuce Wraps… regardless of the dish, you know you need a good side. Something simple, yet something fun. Something crispy and crunchy, yet something on the lighter side. Oh, and, you’re looking for something you can make ahead of time. If this is your current thought process, I’ve got a side dish for you! This Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad truly is the best Asian side dish out there. You’ve got to give it a try!

The breakdown…

This Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad really only has two components: the marinade and the veggies. Let’s start off by talking about that marinade. It really is made of all your classic Asian staples… I’m talking rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Plus, you’ve got that bite from the ginger and red pepper flakes, and that smoothness from the honey! And… voila! I told you it was easy!!

Still, you could totally mix up some of the ingredients… Really, the name of the game is making this as simple as possible for you! Fresh ginger can easily be replaced with a tsp of ground ginger, and honey can always be replaced with maple syrup (at least in my book). Moreover, you could definitely use sriracha or chili paste for a little more heat, or even instead of the red pepper flakes. This dish is really very versatile, so go with what works for you!

Crunchy persian cucumbers, shallots, and scallions marinated tossed with a simple sweet and tangy Asian vinaigrette with crispy sesame seeds: this Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad truly hits all the marks!

that marinade…

I call this a “marinade,” as opposed to a dressing because it’s not simply tossed on the veggies before serving; rather, the cucumbers, shallot, and scallions sit in this goodness for a few hours to ensure that all that flavor gets locked in. If you’re worried that your cucumber will get soggy — don’t. It would take a few days for that to happen, so just stick to a couple of hours or up to 2 days for marinating time!

 Oh, and you can’t forget that water! This addition helps more of the surface area of the veggies reach that marinade, so you don’t have to toss them every 20 minutes… that would be a pain. Still, you want to make sure you’re rotating those veggies every few hours, just so every cuke gets that good flavor:)

all about those veggies!!

Lastly, let’s talk about the second component of this Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad: the veggies themselves. This recipe calls for fresh cilantro, scallions, a shallot, and cucumbers. The cilantro brings in a bit of a bite, along with tons of fresh flavor. Likewise, the scallions and shallot both contribute a nice bitter crunch to the dish. Personally, I think the key to a good salad is nailing the textures. So, make sure your scallions are thinly sliced and your shallots are very finely diced for the best results. 

Furthermore, slicing your cucumbers into quarters lengthwise really makes the cukes the star of the dish. To do this, I take 10 Persian cucumbers (the baby kind that come in a pack of 5 or 6), slice them in half lengthwise, then slice them in half again. While, yes, you could just chop up a cucumber as usual, I love the textures of this method. Oh, and while we’re still talking textures… you can’t forget those sesame seeds! I mean, you could also go with Everything But the Bagel Seasoning  or poppy seeds, but you must put in some type of crunch! This is crucial for a good crisp finish. 

Crispy pan fried tofu tossed in a spicy Asian chili sauce and tucked into cooling butter lettuce: these Gochujang Tofu Lettuce Wraps are my all time fav!!

how to serve this up!

This Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad is truly perfect for any occasion. As said above, it makes for a great side dish for my Kimchi and Mushroom Fried Rice or Gochujang Tofu Lettuce Wraps. But, really, it is simply fabulous with any of my Asian dishes. My Chilled Cucumber and Soba Noodle Salmon Salad, Skewerless Chicken Satay, or Crispy Kung Pao Chicken and Cauliflower would all be delicious. You could even do a whole Asian dinner party spread and throw in some of my Asian Sesame Garlic Bok Choy! Really, though, whatever you serve this up with, it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser!

I hope you enjoy this Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad as much as I do! Let me know what you think in the comments below:)))

Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad
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Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad

Recipe by Annie PatrickCourse: Side dish, Appetizer, SaladCuisine: AsianDifficulty: Easy
Servings

6

side servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Marinate time

2

hours


Crunchy Persian cucumbers, shallots, and scallions tossed with a simple sweet and tangy Asian vinaigrette with crispy sesame seeds: this Marinated Asian Cucumber Scallion Salad truly hits all the marks!

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup rice vinegar

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce

  • 2 tsp honey

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated

  • Red pepper flakes, to taste

  • ½ cup water

  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 4 scallions, sliced

  • 1 shallot, finely diced

  • 10 persian (mini) cucumbers, quartered lengthwise

  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds*

Instructions

  • In the bottom of a shallow dish, whisk the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper flakes, and water.
  • Toss in the cilantro, scallions, shallot, cucumbers, and sesame seeds. Allow to marinate for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days in the fridge. Toss occasionally. Serve cold and enjoy!

Notes

  • A fun substitution for sesame seeds is everything but the bagel seasoning! Just note that some bagel seasonings contain lots of salt… so try to avoid those!

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