How to Make Asian Cucumber Salad - Today's Delight

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is heart-healthy, while canola oil is often more affordable.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers health benefits, while white vinegar is cost-effective.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness, while agave syrup is often less expensive.

Wash and prepare cucumber. Peeling is optional but I like it peeled alternately.

Cut cucumber thinly.

In a medium bowl, combine vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Mix well.

Add sliced cucumber.

Pour some vinegar/sugar mixture on top of cucumber.

Carrot is optional but you can garnish with it.

Cover bowl with saran wrap and chill for an hour.

Serve with meat or fish.

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