Kimchi Cucumber Salad
Our kimchi cucumber salad is a refreshing, flavorful, and easy-to-make side dish that's perfect for summer. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, and it's ready in minutes. The cucumber provides a crisp, refreshing base, while the kimchi adds a bit of spice and tang. The red onion and cilantro add additional flavor and color, and the rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey dressing brings it all together. This salad is a great way to add some extra vegetables to your diet, and it's also a great way to use up leftover kimchi.
I first had kimchi cucumber salad at a Korean restaurant in New York City. I was immediately hooked on its bright, spicy, and refreshing flavors. I knew I had to recreate it at home, so I started experimenting with different recipes. After a few tries, I finally came up with a recipe that I love. It's simple to make, and it tastes just as good as the salad I had at the restaurant. Now, I make this salad all the time, especially in the summer when cucumbers are in season. It's the perfect side dish for grilled meats, fish, or tofu, and it's also great on its own as a light and refreshing snack. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do!
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, kimchi, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss to coat.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Why It Works
  • The cucumber provides a crisp, refreshing base for the salad.
  • The kimchi adds a bit of spice and tang, which balances out the sweetness of the cucumber.
  • The red onion and cilantro add additional flavor and color, and they also help to brighten up the salad.
  • The rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey dressing brings all of the flavors together and creates a delicious, well-balanced salad.