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Japanese Cucumber and Seaweed Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Japan, Sunomono is a refreshing side dish often served in summer to complement heavier meals. It showcases the balance of flavors—sweet, sour, and umami—typical of Japanese cuisine. Today, variations can be found globally, often adapting local ingredients while maintaining the essence of the dish.

JapaneseJPside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 Japanese cucumber
salt
1 tbsp. vinegar
1/2 tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tbsp. sesame seeds
1 tsp. sesame oil

wakame seaweed

🥗Healthier: arame seaweed

💰Cheaper: nori

Arame is lower in calories and nori is often more accessible.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while white vinegar is cost-effective.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and canola oil is budget-friendly.

1

Rub cucumber with salt and wash with water to smooth out the prickly surface of fresh cucumber.

2

Cut cucumber into thick slices, coat with 1/4 tsp. of salt, then wipe off excess water from cucumber slices with a paper towel.

3

Mix A. Coat cucumber slices with the seasonings to finish. You can leave for a while till the cucumber slices absorb the flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

SunomonoCucumber Seaweed Salad
Local Name: きゅうりとわかめのサラダ

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