Crisp Apple Jujube and Cucumber Salad Recipe
Tangy and Sweet! Appetite-Stimulating Apple Jujube and Cucumber Salad
Make a light and refreshing salad using sweet apple jujubes that are in season and delicious, crisp cucumbers, and refreshing chili peppers. This salad is perfect for when you have a low appetite, and it’s also great as a side dish to your main course as it encourages vegetable intake and stimulates the palate with its refreshing taste.
Fresh Vegetable Ingredients- 1 fresh cucumber
- 3 sweet apple jujubes
- 2 crisp Korean green peppers or cucumber peppers (choose according to preference)
Seasonings for Harmonious Flavor- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp plum extract
- 1 Tbsp red chili powder
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp tuna extract (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (for nutty flavor)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp plum extract
- 1 Tbsp red chili powder
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp tuna extract (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (for nutty flavor)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
To create a delicious salad, first, prepare all your ingredients by washing them thoroughly. Rinse the vegetables under running water and pat them dry.
Step 2
For the apple jujubes, remove the stems and carefully scoop out the seeds. Then, slice them into bite-sized pieces. Wash the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and then slice it diagonally about 0.5 cm thick to maintain its crispness. Slice the green peppers similarly. (If you prefer less spice, remove the seeds.)
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp plum extract, 1 Tbsp red chili powder, 1 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp tuna extract, 1 Tbsp perilla oil, and 1 tsp sesame seeds. Whisk well until the dressing is fully incorporated, creating a tangy, sweet, and savory sauce.
Step 4
Place the prepared cucumber, apple jujubes, and green peppers into a larger bowl. Pour the delicious dressing evenly over the ingredients. Gently toss everything together with your hands. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the vegetables mushy. A gentle toss is key.
Step 5
Once all the ingredients are coated with the dressing, arrange the salad attractively in a serving dish. Your refreshing Apple Jujube and Cucumber Salad, with its vibrant colors and crisp texture, is now ready to be enjoyed! It’s best served immediately.
