Smashed Cucumber Salad
By MorrisonsTry this quick and easy smashed cucumber salad recipe that's taken the internet my storm! Fresh, crunchy, spicy and delicious, it's perfect as a side, snack or a light lunch.Time and servings
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Ingredients
8 total- 1 cucumber
- 1tbsp rice vinegar
- 1tbsp chilli oil
- 2tsps ginger
- 2tsps soy sauce
- 2tsps sesame oil
- 1.25tsp granulated sugar
- 0.25tsp salt
Method
6 stepsStep 1
Wash and slice the ends off the cucumber.
Step 2
Place the cucumber on a chopping board and using the flat side of a sharp knife, or a rolling pin, smash until cracked. Then cut into bit size pieces, before transferring to a bowl.
Step 3
Add salt and ¼ tsp sugar to the cucumbers and mix to combine. The salt and sugar will draw out any moisture from the cucumber, making the salad extra crunchy.
Step 4
Place in the fridge for 20 minutes (or longer if prepping ahead of time), before draining the liquid.
Step 5
Just before serving, add rice vinegar, chilli crisp, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil and sugar to the cucumbers. Toss to combine.
Step 6
Eat immediately, or place in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.