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Asian Tomato and Cucumber Salad Recipe

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A refreshing Asian-inspired tomato and cucumber salad featuring a flavorful vinaigrette made with canola oil, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, and aromatic spices. This quick and easy salad is perfect as a light appetizer or a healthy side dish.

Ingredients

Vinaigrette

  • 1/4 cup Canola oil
  • 2 tbsp Rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sodium reduced soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dried ginger
  • Pepper, to taste

Salad

  • 2 Large tomatoes, sliced thin
  • 1 Cucumber, sliced thin
  • 1/4 Red onion, sliced into thin sticks
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vinaigrette: Combine the canola oil, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, dried ginger, and pepper in a container. Mix well by shaking vigorously in a mason jar or whisking until fully combined.
  2. Hold the salt: Avoid adding salt to the tomatoes until just before serving to prevent them from becoming mushy.
  3. Assemble the salad: Layer the thinly sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion on a serving platter in an even manner.
  4. Dress the salad: Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette evenly over the layered vegetables to ensure every piece is lightly coated.
  5. Marinate: Let the salad sit for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while the vinaigrette penetrates the vegetables.
  6. Season and mix: After marinating, season with salt and additional pepper to taste, then gently toss the salad to combine the flavors thoroughly.
  7. Serve: Present the salad immediately for the freshest taste and optimal texture.

Notes

  • Add salt only at the end to keep the tomatoes from releasing too much liquid and becoming mushy.
  • Use sodium-reduced soy sauce to keep the salt content lower.
  • For an extra kick, consider adding fresh chopped herbs like cilantro or mint.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours.
  • Adjust vinegar and soy sauce amounts to suit your taste preferences for acidity and saltiness.

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