Chilled Japanese Vermicelli and Cucumber Salad
Experience the refreshing taste of this Chilled Japanese Vermicelli and Cucumber Salad, perfect for a light lunch or as a satisfying snack. This dish combines delicate vermicelli noodles with crisp cucumber, all tossed in a tangy rice wine vinegar dressing. Fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds add layers of flavor and crunch, making it a delightful and vibrant addition to your meal repertoire. Ideal for warm days or as a side dish for Japanese-inspired meals, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the senses.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
dry vermicelli or bean thread noodles
6 ounces (cooked, rinsed, and drained)
rice wine vinegar
6 tablespoons (liquid)
sugar
4 teaspoons (granulated)
soy sauce
2 teaspoons (liquid)
salt
1 teaspoon (table salt)
medium cucumber
1 (peeled, seeded, and cut into thin sticks)
green onion
1 tablespoon (thinly sliced)
sesame seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons (toasted)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chilled Japanese Vermicelli and Cucumber Salad?
It is a refreshing dish combining delicate vermicelli noodles and crisp cucumber in a tangy rice wine vinegar dressing.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What type of noodles are used?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of dry vermicelli or bean thread noodles.
How should the noodles be prepared?
The noodles should be cooked, rinsed, and drained before assembly.
What ingredients are in the dressing?
The dressing is made from rice wine vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and salt.
How should I prepare the cucumber?
Use one medium cucumber that has been peeled, seeded, and cut into thin sticks.
What are the garnishes for this salad?
The salad is garnished with thinly sliced green onion and toasted sesame seeds.
How much rice wine vinegar is required?
You will need 6 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar for the dressing.
How much sugar is added to the dressing?
The recipe requires 4 teaspoons of granulated sugar.
What is the amount of soy sauce needed?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of liquid soy sauce.
How much salt is used?
One teaspoon of table salt is used in this recipe.
How much green onion is needed?
You should use 1 tablespoon of thinly sliced green onion.
What is the quantity of sesame seeds?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 teaspoons of toasted sesame seeds.
Should the sesame seeds be toasted?
Yes, the recipe specifically recommends using toasted sesame seeds for flavor and crunch.
What category does this recipe belong to?
This dish is categorized under Lunch/Snacks.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Associated tags include salad, japanese cuisine, cold noodles, and refreshing.
How should this salad be served?
This salad should be served chilled.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are a total of 8 ingredients required for this recipe.
Is this recipe difficult to make?
No, the recipe is described as easy to prepare and a delight for the senses.
When is the best time to serve this salad?
It is ideal for warm days or as a side dish for Japanese-inspired meals.
Can this be served as a side dish?
Yes, it is suitable as a light lunch, snack, or a side dish.
What is the texture of the salad?
The salad features a combination of delicate noodles and crisp cucumber sticks.
What is the flavor profile?
It has a tangy profile from the rice wine vinegar and a savory depth from the soy sauce.
Does the recipe provide fiber information?
No, the nutritional information for fiber is not currently available.
Is the protein content available?
The protein content for this recipe is not provided.
Is the sodium content listed?
The sodium content is not specified in the provided recipe data.
What is the fat content of this dish?
The fat content is not listed for this recipe.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
The carbohydrate count is not provided in the recipe details.
What type of sugar is recommended?
The recipe calls for 4 teaspoons of granulated sugar.
What type of salt is used?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of table salt.