Wagamama Spicy Smashed Cucumber (VG)

The Wagamama Spicy Smashed Cucumber (VG) is a refreshing vegan small plate packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Crisp smashed cucumber pieces are tossed and topped with aromatic sesame oil, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of crispy chilli oil that adds a gentle heat and crunch. Light yet flavorful, this dish delivers a perfect balance of freshness, spice, and nuttiness, making it an ideal starter or side to complement richer Wagamama dishes.

Price: £4.50

Ingredients

Smashed cucumber topped with crispy chilli oil | sesame oil | seeds

Nutritional Information

The spicy smashed cucumber is a light, refreshing side featuring smashed cucumber topped with crispy chilli oil, sesame oil, and seeds for a bold mix of heat and nutty flavour. While it appears simple, the oils and toppings can add calories and fats, so reviewing the nutritional information below helps you understand how this dish fits into your daily intake.

Values	Per Serving	Per 100 g
Per Unit	4	3
energy	752 kJ / 183 kCal	437 kJ / 106 kCal
fat	10.90 g	6.30 g
Saturated Fat	2.60 g	1.50 g
Carbohydrates	15.40 g	9.00 g
of which sugars	14.70 g	8.60 g
Protein	3.10 g	1.80 g
Salt	1.70 g	1.00 g
Fibre	1.10 g	0.60 g
sodium	0.7 g	0.4 g

Allergens

Contains:
Sesame | Soya | Sulphites | Cereals containing gluten (wheat)

Adults and youth aged 13 and older typically require an average of 2,000 calories per day to meet their energy needs. Children between the ages of 4 and 12 generally need around 1,500 calories daily. However, these are only averages, and individual calorie needs may vary depending on various factors.

Extras Available

You can add a drink?

Coke (vg) (139 kcal) – £2.80
Diet Coke (vg) (1 kcal) – £2.80
Coke Zero (vg) (1 kcal) – £2.80

End on something sweet

Raspberry Snow Cake (v) (579 kcal) – £5.80
Chocolate Brownie (422 kcal) – £4.90
Lemon Yuzu Muffin (v) (452 kcal) – £4.50

For anyone who enjoys food that’s fresh, bold, and full of flavor, Wagamama is always worth a visit. Each dish is made with care, using high-quality ingredients that bring out the best in every bite. If you’re ready to explore more delicious options, check out Wagamama full menu and find your next favorite dish!

FAQs

Yes, Wagamama offers Spicy Smashed Cucumber as a vegan starter or side dish. It is a popular light and refreshing option on their menu.

It is a cold dish at Wagamama consisting of cucumber pieces that are physically smashed to create craggy surfaces that absorb dressing more effectively. The cucumber is tossed in a spicy, tangy dressing made with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, chilli, and often black rice vinegar, then finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh coriander. It is served as a starter or side and is entirely plant-based.

The Spicy Smashed Cucumber is priced at £4.50.

A single serving contains 183 kcal (752 kJ).

A single serving contains 15.40 grams of carbohydrates, of which 14.70 grams are sugars.

Yes, it is widely regarded as one of the best side dishes on the Wagamama menu. Reviews consistently praise its refreshing crunch balanced by the savory, tangy, and mildly spicy dressing. It is frequently recommended as a palate cleanser alongside richer dishes such as katsu curry or fried noodles. Many customers note that while it is simple in concept, the technique of smashing the cucumber allows the flavors to penetrate thoroughly, resulting in a dish that is surprisingly moreish and addictive.

Yes, the dish is fully vegan. It contains no animal products, making it suitable for vegan, vegetarian, and dairy-free diets.

The dish has a mild to moderate level of heat. The spice comes from fresh red chilli and chilli flakes in the dressing, but it is balanced by the cooling nature of the cucumber and the savory sesame and soy notes. It is generally considered more tangy and aromatic than aggressively hot.

The dish features a balance of savory from soy sauce, nutty from sesame oil, tangy from vinegar, sweet from a touch of sugar or mirin, and spicy from fresh chilli. The cucumber itself provides a clean, crisp, and cooling contrast that ties all the elements together.

Menu information on this site is sourced directly from official Wagamama menus only. Prices and availability may differ by location.