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Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad Bowl

Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad Bowl: Fresh, Easy & Vegan Delight

This Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad Bowl is a quick and refreshing vegan dish that showcases crisp cucumbers and crunchy tofu, ideal for hot days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumber pick firm, fresh cucumbers
  • 1 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Tofu firm or extra-firm, diced
  • 1 cup Shelled Edamame frozen works perfectly
  • 1 medium Carrot shredded or julienned
  • 2 stalks Spring Onion chopped
  • 1 medium Avocado consume within 1-2 days
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Cream Cheese regular cream cheese can be used
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Mayo regular mayo or Greek yogurt are great substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust to spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Oil optional but recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce tamari for gluten-free option
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds toasted if possible
  • 1 tablespoon Nori Flakes optional

Equipment

  • knife
  • Bowl
  • jar

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Slice the Cucumbers: Wash cucumbers, slice them thinly, and layer them in a large jar or bowl.
  2. Add the Vegetables: Layer red onion, diced tofu, shelled edamame, shredded carrots, and spring onions on top of cucumbers.
  3. Prepare the Dressing: Mix vegan cream cheese, vegan mayo, and Sriracha in a bowl, then blend in chili oil and soy sauce.
  4. Combine with Dressing: Spoon the dressing over the layered vegetables to lightly coat.
  5. Garnish the Salad: Sprinkle sesame seeds and optional nori flakes on top.
  6. Chill the Salad: Refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight to meld flavors.
  7. Shake to Serve: Gently shake the jar to mix ingredients before serving.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer to a serving bowl or enjoy directly from the jar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Layer wet ingredients at the top to keep cucumbers crisp and add avocado just before serving for the best texture.

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