Tangy Whole Grain Mustard Cucumber Salad
A Healthy and Flavorful Cucumber Salad with a Kick of Whole Grain Mustard
Try making a refreshing cucumber salad by adding whole grain mustard! It transforms a simple dish into something new and healthy. This is a delightful side dish for any meal, perfect when you’re not feeling very hungry, or even as a light salad.
Main Ingredients- 1 cucumber
- 0.5 Tbsp salt
Seasoning- 3 Tbsp sesame seeds (toasted and lightly crushed)
- 3 Tbsp oligodang (Korean corn syrup) or honey (adjust sweetness)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar (adjust acidity)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1.5 Tbsp whole grain mustard
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 3 Tbsp sesame seeds (toasted and lightly crushed)
- 3 Tbsp oligodang (Korean corn syrup) or honey (adjust sweetness)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar (adjust acidity)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1.5 Tbsp whole grain mustard
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the cucumber thoroughly under running water and trim off both ends.
Step 2
Cut the trimmed cucumber in half lengthwise, and then slice it thinly on a bias (at an angle). Aim for thin slices for better flavor absorption and a pleasant texture.
Step 3
Place all the thinly sliced cucumbers into a mixing bowl. This is where we’ll prepare them for salting.
Step 4
Sprinkle 0.5 Tbsp of salt over the cucumber slices and mix gently to coat. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. This step is crucial for keeping the cucumber crisp.
Step 5
Toast the sesame seeds lightly, then crush or lightly grind them. This enhances their nutty aroma and flavor.
Step 6
After salting, DO NOT rinse the cucumber under water. Instead, drain the excess liquid by placing the cucumber in a colander for about 5 minutes. We only want to remove the water released from salting, not wash away the flavor.
Step 7
Transfer the drained cucumber back into a clean bowl. It’s now ready to be mixed with the delicious dressing.
Step 8
Add the oligodang, vinegar, soy sauce, whole grain mustard, sesame oil, and the crushed sesame seeds to the bowl with the cucumber. Gently toss everything together to combine. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cucumber mushy. The goal is to coat the slices evenly while maintaining their crispness. Enjoy immediately for the best taste!
