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Viral Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad

Viral Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad: Refreshingly Easy Delight

This Viral Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, vegan delight that combines crisp cucumbers and colorful veggies with a spicy-sour dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large Cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 2 medium Carrots julienned
  • 1 cup Edamame or substitute with peas
  • 1 small Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 block Tofu extra-firm, cubed
  • 1 large Avocado cubed
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Vegan Cream Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Oil omit for mild
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds or substitute with crushed nori

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • mandoline
  • Skillet
  • Seal-able Jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and slice cucumbers, then thinly slice them into rounds or half-moons.
  2. Julienne carrots and slice the onion thinly; combine with cucumbers in a bowl.
  3. Cube the avocado and set aside, being careful not to mash it.
  4. Prepare the tofu by pressing it to remove moisture; bake at 400°F for 25 minutes or pan-fry for 10 minutes.
  5. Whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  6. Layer the salad in a jar: start with cucumber, add onion, tofu, edamame, carrots, and top with avocado.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the layered salad and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  8. Seal the jar and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh and can be customized to your spice preference.

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