Tiger Salad

Name: Tiger Salad
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 0.5 English cucumber; 1.25 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; 1.5 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 cups chopped fresh cilantro, leaves and stems

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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.

Recipe by Sunday

Updated on August 22, 2022

6

Prep Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

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

Directions

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 (per serving)

54	Calories
4g	Fat
5g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 54
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 1g	3%
Sodium 496mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 5g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 1g
Vitamin C 65mg	323%
Calcium 24mg	2%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 223mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.