Description
Juicy Thai Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that will elevate your meals with its crisp textures and zesty flavors. Perfect for warm weather, this salad combines thinly sliced cucumbers with a tangy rice vinegar dressing and crunchy peanuts. It’s easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy days or last-minute gatherings. Whether served as a side at a barbecue or enjoyed on its own, this delightful salad is both nutritious and visually appealing, ensuring it impresses guests and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cucumbers (small Persian preferred)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup finely sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/3 cup peanuts (chopped)
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the cucumbers. If using Persian cucumbers, peeling is optional.
- Place sliced cucumbers in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together rice vinegar and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Drain excess liquid from the cucumbers and add the red onion. Pour the dressing over them and mix well.
- Just before serving, fold in chopped cilantro and peanuts for added flavor and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg