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Asian Cucumber Salad

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This super quick and easy Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe is a crunchy and refreshing delight to be enjoyed any time of the day. Serve it with your meals as a salad or as an appetiser with assorted dips in a cocktail party. Replace your 4 p.m. hunger pangs snack with this healthy salad without loading on calories. The Asian Cucumber Salad ingredients are easily available in the pantry, toss it up in a ... jiffy and serve immediately or refrigerate it for a while and serve it chilled. The English cucumbers are loved by kids and adults alike. It is fun to munch on cucumber cubes to hydrate on hot summer days. Cucumbers are high on nutrients, contains antioxidants, may aid in healthy weight loss and lower blood sugar levels. Rich in electrolytes, they prevent dehydration and support cardiovascular and skin health. Vitamin K is key factors for bone health and there are many other health benefits associated with this humble vegetable. Red Capsicums are exceptionally rich in vitamin C and a great source of vitamin A, B6 and magnesium. It is packed with antioxidants, iron, folate and other essential nutrients. It burns calories faster and helps reach weight loss goals. The bright and glossy capsicum adds visual delight to the dish. Raw honey is a very good source of antioxidants. It is a powerhouse of phytonutrients, has antifungal and antibacterial properties, heals wounds, aids in digestion and help soothe sore throat besides being a natural source of sugar. It aids in weight loss, improves cholesterol, lower triglycerides and lower blood pressure.

Nutrition Info. (per serving)

ProteinFatCarbsFibre20 Cal20 Cal20 Cal20 Cal
  • 0gProtein
  • 1gFat
  • 2gCarbs
  • 0gFibre

Ingredients

Fruits & Vegetables

English Cucumber

English Cucumber

0.25 cups

Capsicum Red-regular

Capsicum Red-regular

0.25 unit

Dry Grocery

Salt

Salt

1 pinch

Honey

Honey

0.5 teaspoons

Sesame Oil

Sesame Oil

0.5 teaspoons

Directions
1
Cut Cucumber and Red Bell Pepper into Juliennes.
2
Place in a bowl and add Salt.
3
Leave to sweat for 30 mins.
4
Drain and squeeze out all the water.
5
Place in a bowl and toss with Honey and Sesame Oil.
6
Store chilled till use.
How to make Asian Cucumber Salad awesome
• A drizzle of sesame oil adds amazing benefits to the simple Asian Cucumber Salad recipe. It is a rich source of unsaturated fats, helps in rheumatoid arthritis, lowers blood pressure, is good for skin and rich in antioxidants. It is a natural stress buster and helps fight depression and elevate the mood. • Sweating the vegetable for a while helps release the moisture and tenderise them. • You may add other fruits and vegetables like baby carrots, broccoli, celery, baby corn, lettuce leaves, cherry tomatoes, green apple, chunks of pineapple, watermelon, pickled gherkins, sliced olives and more to your salad bowl and make it more appealing. • Add toasted sesame seeds, a sprig of mint leaves and a squeeze of lemon as a garnish for Asian Cucumber Salad Restaurant style. Follow this Asian Cucumber Salad video link and learn to prepare Asian Cucumber Salad at home.

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