Crisp and Refreshing Cucumber Salad with Scallions
The Ultimate Side Dish: Cucumber Salad with Scallions
Introducing a delightful summer dish: a refreshingly crisp and flavorful cucumber salad with scallions. This simple yet delicious side dish is perfect for when you’re craving something light and palate-cleansing. The combination of fresh cucumbers and fragrant scallions adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Main Ingredients
- 1 fresh cucumber
- 6 stalks of scallions
- 1 Cheongyang pepper (optional, for spice)
Seasoning
- A pinch of roasted salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 Tbsp tuna extract (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds
- A pinch of roasted salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 Tbsp tuna extract (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the fresh cucumber thoroughly under running water. Trim off the very ends of the cucumber. Using a vegetable peeler, remove the skin in strips, leaving some green skin on for visual appeal. Slice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, about 0.5 cm thick.
Step 2
Place the sliced cucumber into a large mixing bowl. Wash the scallions and cut them into approximately 2 cm lengths, then add them to the bowl with the cucumber. If you enjoy a bit of heat, finely chop the Cheongyang pepper and add it as well.
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the flavorful seasoning. Add all the seasoning ingredients (roasted salt, tuna extract, sesame oil, gochugaru, minced garlic, and toasted sesame seeds) to the bowl. It’s a good idea to adjust the amount of roasted salt based on the cucumber’s natural saltiness and your personal preference.
Step 4
Gently mix everything together with your hands. Toss the ingredients softly to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the cucumber and scallions. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can make the cucumber mushy.
Step 5
Transfer the well-mixed cucumber salad to a serving dish. Your crisp and refreshing cucumber salad with scallions is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve it with a warm bowl of rice for a delicious meal.
