TIGER SALAD

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This is a popular salad from Northern China that's gaining popularity in the United States. Toss in peanuts, shrimp, or tofu for some protein.

Provided by Sunday

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ English cucumber
1 ¼ teaspoons salt, divided
3 large green onions, white and tender green parts only
1 large green bell pepper
1 large red bell pepper
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons toasted sesame oil
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups chopped fresh cilantro, leaves and stems

Steps:

  • Cut cucumber in half lengthwise and gently scrape out seeds with a spoon. Cut each half crosswise into 2-inch pieces. Cut each piece lengthwise into thin, uniform strips and transfer to a bowl. Toss cucumber with 1 teaspoon salt and let stand 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut green onions and bell peppers into thin, uniform strips, about 2 inches long.
  • Transfer cucumber to a fine-mesh sieve, rinse, and drain well. Whisk together vinegar, sesame oil, crushed red pepper, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add cucumber, green onions, bell peppers, and cilantro, and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 495.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

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