# Chinese Cucumber Salad

> Cucumber dressed with garlic and a savory sauce. Full ingredients and step-by-step instructions from @thrivingonplants.

- **Source:** [@thrivingonplants on TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@thrivingonplants/video/7566231223417261333)
- **Estimated total time:** 15 minutes
- **Serves:** 4
- **Category:** Salad · **Cuisine:** Chinese
- **Mood:** Quick, Girl's Dinner
- **Main ingredients:** Cucumber, Garlic, Sesame
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-10-08
- **Canonical URL:** https://mezze-app.com/recipes/chinese-cucumber-salad

## Ingredients

- 2 × cucumber, large, ends trimmed, smashed and cut into rough chunks
- 7 g sea salt, for drawing out moisture
- 22 ml black vinegar
- 15 ml soy sauce
- 5 ml sesame oil
- 8 g sugar, or sweetener of choice
- 2 × garlic, cloves, minced
- 15 ml chilli oil, to taste, plus extra for garnish

## Method

1. **Prepare the cucumbers** Wash the cucumbers and slice off the ends. Smash them down with a knife to split lengthways, then slice into rough chunks.
2. **Salt the cucumbers** Place the cucumbers in a bowl and sprinkle over the sea salt. Mix well and set aside to draw out excess moisture.
3. **Rinse and drain** Rinse the cucumbers to remove excess salt, then drain well. Taste to check the seasoning.
4. **Make the dressing** Combine the black vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic and chilli oil. Toss well to coat the cucumbers.
5. **Serve or marinate** Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate to marinate before serving. Transfer to a plate, spoon over the leftover dressing and garnish with extra chilli oil.

## FAQ

**How long does chinese cucumber salad take?**

The estimated total time recorded for this recipe is 15 minutes. Read the method before starting and allow for any cooling, chilling or marinating described in the steps.

**How many servings does this recipe make?**

The quantities listed are for 4 servings. The full ingredient list and instructions are included above.

**Who created this recipe?**

This recipe was shared by @thrivingonplants on TikTok. Mezze transcribed the video into ingredients and steps; the original video is linked above.

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