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Asian Cucumber Salad

Irresistible Asian Cucumber Salad That's Perfect for Meal Prep

This Asian Cucumber Salad is a quick, healthy, and customizable recipe ideal for meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups Cucumbers Fresh, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium Carrots Julienned or cut into matchsticks
  • 1 cup Edamame Alternatively, use peas
  • 1 cup Onions Thinly sliced red or green
  • 1 cup Tofu Baked or pan-crisped
  • 1 medium Avocado Layer on top to maintain texture
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Cream Cheese Can use regular cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Mayo Substitute with regular mayo or yogurt if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Oil Can use sesame oil as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free
For Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For sprinkling on top
  • Crushed Nori Optional

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Non-stick Pan
  • Jar or Bowl for Serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash cucumbers under cool running water and thinly slice them.
  2. Peel the carrots and julienne them into matchsticks or small strips.
  3. Thinly slice red or green onions and set aside with veggies.
Cooking Tofu
  1. Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture, cut into cubes.
  2. Sauté tofu in a non-stick pan over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
Making Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine vegan cream cheese, vegan mayo, Sriracha, chili oil, and soy sauce. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Layering Salad
  1. In a large jar or bowl, layer sliced cucumbers, onions, crispy tofu, edamame, julienned carrots, and avocado slices.
Finishing Touches
  1. Pour the creamy dressing over the layered salad and sprinkle sesame seeds and crushed nori on top.
Chilling
  1. Seal the jar or cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  2. Shake well before serving to mix the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for best flavor. Layer dressing on top to keep the salad crisp. Customize protein per dietary needs. Store salad vertically to maintain freshness.

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