Tiger Salad

Tiger Salad is a vibrant, spicy Chinese herb salad that originates from Sichuan cuisine. Made with ingredients like cilantro, scallions, cucumber, and hot peppers, it's a bold, crunchy, and fragrant side that lives up to its fierce name. Dressed with a punchy mix of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil, this salad is incredibly refreshing and pairs well with grilled meats, noodles, or rice dishes. It’s naturally vegan and gluten-free, making it a flavorful and inclusive addition to any table.

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Prep Time 25

Total Time 25

Servings: 6

Course: Appetizer, lunch, Salad

Cuisine: Chinese, sichuan

Calories: 54

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

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

Equipment

Mandoline slicer (for even veggie cuts)
Spoon or tongs
Mixing bowl
Knife and cutting board

Method

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

Calories: 54kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 496mgPotassium: 223mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 65mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Crisp, spicy, and herbaceous, this traditional Chinese salad is as refreshing as it is fiery.

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