• Salade de concombres asiatique
  • Asian Cucumber Salad

    Salade de concombres asiatique
    Preparation 15 min
    Cooking 0 min
    Refrigeration 0 min
    Freezing 0 min
    2 servings
    Piece of cake (easy)
    Dietary restrictions
    Thematics

    Asian Cucumber Salad

    Taste the best Asian cucumber salad recipe, a viral TikTok recipe!

    Asian cucumber salad is a light and refreshing dish. Additionally, this flavorful recipe is ideal for accompanying many Asian dishes such as dumplings or sushi.

    In this salad, the accordion cut of the cucumbers is simply beautiful. Although the recipe is rather simple to make, it will surely impress with its originality.

    Why eat cucumber with the skin?

    The skin of the cucumber is an excellent source of dietary fiber and antioxidants. So, don’t waste time peeling your cucumber and choose to retain the maximum nutrients by eating the whole vegetable.

    Moreover, by eating the cucumber with the skin, it will have a nice crunchy and pleasant texture. Simply clean the vegetable before preparing and enjoying it. It’s simple, quick, and avoids food waste!

    SIMPLY DELICIOUS: Looking for other refreshing salad ideas? Here are some that you might be interested in!

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    How to store Lebanese cucumbers?

    To keep Lebanese cucumbers fresh, store them in the refrigerator. For optimal storage, place them in a vegetable crisper drawer. These drawers are designed to maintain optimal humidity levels for storing fruits or vegetables. Alternatively, you can wrap the cucumbers in paper towels to absorb excess moisture, helping to preserve their crunchy texture. Avoid cleaning or rinsing the cucumbers before storing them to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Nutritional Information

  • Calories
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    Calories are units of energy. They represent a measurable quantity of energy brought by a food. Your energetic needs depend on your age, height, weight, gender and how active you are. The average need ranges around 2000 calories/day. A higher or inferior intake might affect your weight.
  • Lipids
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    Lipids (fats) are essential to your body. They are an important source of energy. However, an excessive consumption is associated with weight gain and higher risks of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Unsaturated fats are preferable to saturated or trans fats.
  • Saturated fats
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    Saturated fats, commonly known as “bad fats”, are mostly found in processed foods and in some products of animal origin. If consumed in excess, they can have adverse effects on cardiovascular health, including increases in LDL-cholesterol levels. Try to eat better lipids such as those found in fish, nuts, oilseeds, and oils!
  • Cholesterol
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    Your body mainly uses cholesterol to produce hormones. It is only found in foods of animal origin such as meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. However, dietary cholesterol has little to no influence on your cholesterol level compared to saturated and trans fats.
  • Sodium
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    In small quantities, sodium is an essential nutrient for your body. However, you probably eat too much of it without even being aware, and this overconsumption can have adverse effects on your health. Indeed, excess sodium targets organs and can lead to hypertension.
  • Carbohydrates
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    Carbohydrates are a good source of energy. They are your brain’s main source of fuel for all functions. The carbohydrate group is divided into simple and complex sugars, fibers, and starches. Carbohydrates are mostly found in fruits, dairy products, baked goods, pastries, sweets, cereals, and legumes. It is recommended to not eat high quantities of added sugars. Limit your intake to 50 g/day.
  • Fibers
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    Fibers have many health benefits. They are divided into two types: soluble and insoluble fibers. Soluble fibers can reduce your cholesterol level and help regulate glycemia (blood sugar levels). As for insoluble fibers, they increase stool bulk and regulate bowel function. Since they slow down the digestion process, they promote satiety, which contributes to appetite and weight control. You should consume at least 30 g everyday.
  • Proteins
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    Protein has different roles in your body. They are essential to muscle, blood, and even skin development! In fact, protein build most of your bodily structures. They also provide all the amino acids your body needs to make neurotransmitters, new molecules, enzymes, and even certain hormones!
Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition

Recipe developed with passion and good humor by:

Se démarquant par son authenticité et son dynamisme, Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. en nutrition, vulgarise la science de la nutrition et développe de savoureuses recettes. À travers ses nombreux projets entrepreneuriaux, Hubert adore voyager, la bonne bouffe, le bon vin et fréquenter de bonnes adresses gourmandes.

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