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Asian Cucumber Salad with Coffee Tiramisu

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A zesty cucumber salad paired with a rich coffee tiramisu. A perfect balance of fresh, savory crunch and indulgent dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cucumber Salad:

  • 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

For the Coffee Tiramisu:

  • 1 1/2 cups brewed coffee cooled
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pack ladyfinger biscuits
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions
 

  • For the salad, thinly slice cucumbers and place them in a bowl.
  • Mix rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Pour over cucumbers.
  • Toss well and add chopped cilantro and sesame seeds. Chill until serving.
  • For tiramisu, mix coffee and vanilla extract in a shallow dish.
  • Whisk mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, and sugar in a bowl until smooth.
  • Quickly dip ladyfingers into coffee, layer in a dish, then top with mascarpone mixture.
  • Repeat layers and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 10%
  • Iron: 8%
  • Calcium: 6%
  • Vitamin C: 15%
  • Magnesium: 4%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Add chili flakes to the salad if you want more heat.
  • Make the tiramisu ahead of time for the best flavor.
  • For a twist, use almond milk in place of heavy cream.