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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 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
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
 

  1. 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.
  2. Meanwhile, cut green onions and bell peppers into thin, uniform strips, about 2 inches long.
  3. 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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