WOW! 5 Minutes Asian Cucumber Salad

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.

Cut off the ends of the cucumber.

Cut the cucumber in half crosswise and then quarter it lengthwise.

Smash the cucumber a little bit to help it absorb the dressing better.

Cut the cucumber into half-inch pieces.

Put the cucumber pieces in a bowl.

Over low heat, cook minced garlic for about 1 minute until it is lightly brown, then set aside.

Season the cucumber with salt, sugar, and soy sauce (or soy sauce soup base).

Mix well to combine all ingredients.

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