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Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad Bowl Recipe

Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad Bowl Recipe You'll Crave Daily

A refreshing vegan Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad Bowl recipe loaded with flavors and textures, perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumber Slice thinly.
  • 1 small Red Onion Adds crunch.
  • 200 grams Tofu Firm tofu preferred.
  • 1 cup Edamame Can substitute with peas.
  • 1 medium Carrot Grate or julienne.
  • 2 stalks Spring Onion Chop finely.
For the Dressing
  • 100 grams Vegan Cream Cheese Or substitute with avocado.
  • 3 tablespoons Vegan Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust for spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Oil Can be omitted.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Or tamari for gluten-free.
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Toast for extra flavor.
  • Nori Flakes Optional.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Jar or bowl for serving

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the cucumber into uniform, bite-sized pieces and place them in the bottom of your jar or bowl.
  2. Layer the sliced red onion on top of the cucumbers, then add diced tofu, edamame, grated carrot, and chopped spring onions.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine vegan cream cheese and vegan mayonnaise. Stir until smooth, then add sriracha, chili oil, and soy sauce.
  4. Spoon the dressing over the layered vegetables, ensuring even coverage.
  5. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and nori flakes on top, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  6. Give the jar a gentle shake before serving and enjoy directly or transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

The salad tastes better after marinating overnight and stays fresh in the fridge for 1-2 days.

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