Japanese Cucumber Sesame Salad — Salads recipe

Japanese Cucumber Sesame Salad

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 99 kcal  · Salads

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Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Japanese Cucumber Sesame Salad is a must-try. Made with cucumber, scallions, sesame seeds and sesame oil. Easy st…

This Japanese Cucumber Sesame Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as scallions, chopped, sesame seeds, toasted, sesame oil and reduced sodium soy sauce. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 99 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Salads
Servings: persons

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