Published: Aug 13, 2022 · Last Updated: Oct 13, 2022 by Kyndra Holley

Sweet and Sour Cucumbers

Name: Sweet and Sour Cucumbers
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon unseasoned rice vinegar (I use this brand); 1 tablespoon gluten free soy sauce (I use this brand); 1 teaspoon chili paste (I used this brand); 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 2 teaspoons granular sweetener (I use this brand) code peace for 15% off; salt, to taste; toasted sesame seeds, for garnish; crispy garlic chili oil, optional for garnish

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This low carb and keto Sweet and Sour Cucumber recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make and is loaded with flavor - fresh cucumbers marinated in bright, acidic rice vinegar, salty, umami soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and the perfect balance of sweet and spicy from chili paste and low carb sweetener. (low carb, gluten free)

Step by step photos for how to make Keto Sweet and Sour Cucumber Salad.

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Ingredients in Sweet and Sour Cucumbers

Cucumbers: For this sweet and sour cucumber recipe, I like to use English cucumbers or Persian cucumbers as they are crunchier than regular cucumbers. (Try this Cucumber Dill Broccoli Slaw)
Rice vinegar: Make sure you are using unseasoned rice vinegar and seasoned rice vinegar is loaded with sugar.
Soy sauce: I use tamari, which is a gluten free soy sauce. If you cannot have soy products, coconut aminos makes a great substitution.
Chili paste: You can get chili paste in varying degrees of spiciness. This is the brand that I use. It is on the milder side.
Sweetener: For this keto sweet and sour cucumber recipe, you can use any low carb sweetener that you prefer. I like to use a mix of erythritol and monfruit. This is the brand that I use. Code peace for 15% off.
Crispy garlic chili oil: This is my latest obsession. It is garlicky and loaded with umami flavor. It is also very milk. (This is the brand I use)

How to Make Keto Sweet and Sour Cucumbers

A decorative bowl full of cucumbers, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, chili past, garlic, and sweetener.

Step by Step Instructions

STEP 1: Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, and then slice into half moons.
STEP 2: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss to mix. Refrigerate for a few hours to let marinate.

Recipe Tips and Variations

Storage: Store leftover keto cucumber salad in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Add carrots: This is also delicious with some shredded carrots added.
Serving suggestions: California Roll in a Bowl, Salmon Bowls, Egg Roll in a Bowl

Keto Sweet and Sour Cucumber Salad - A decorative bowl full of cucumbers, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, chili past, garlic, and sweetener.

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