Easy Asian Cucumber Salad: Refreshing Crunch with Turkey Bacon
A light and refreshing cucumber salad with a tasty Asian twist, featuring turkey bacon for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 large cucumbers
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Start by cooking the turkey bacon until crispy, then chop it into small pieces.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly and place them in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, and ginger.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and mix well.
- Add the chopped turkey bacon and green onions, stirring to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be served as a side dish or a light main course.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Easy Asian Cucumber Salad, Cucumber Salad, Asian Salad, Turkey Bacon