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Cucumber Salad

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This light and refreshing cucumber salad is packed with metabolism-boosting ingredients that support your weight-loss goals. Perfect as a side dish or snack, it combines the hydrating power of cucumbers, the fiber of carrots, and the health benefits of apple cider vinegar and tienchi ginseng. Enjoy this guilt-free dish as part of your evening routine for a nutritious boost!

Ingredients

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  • 1 large cucumber
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional, or use a sugar substitute)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼–½ tsp tienchi ginseng powder (Panax notoginseng)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)

Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables:

  1. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or strips. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. Peel and julienne the carrot into thin strips. Add to the cucumbers.
  3. Thinly slice the green onions and combine with the other vegetables in a bowl.

2. Make the Dressing:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, sugar, soy sauce, paprika, tienchi ginseng powder, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.

3. Assemble the Salad:

  1. Pour the dressing over the prepared vegetables. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  2. Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

  1. Serve the salad cold as a refreshing side dish or light snack.

Notes

  • Adjust the salt and vinegar to taste for a perfect balance.
  • Tienchi ginseng is optional but enhances the health benefits.
  • Add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy kick.

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