Cambodian Cucumber Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Southeast Asian flavors, Cambodian Cucumber Salad is a tantalizing mix of crisp cucumbers, crunchy carrots, and vibrant herbs like cilantro and mint. Tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing crafted from fish sauce, fresh lime juice, and palm sugar, this quick and easy salad is elevated with a subtle kick of garlic and optional red chili for spice lovers. Topped with a generous sprinkle of crushed roasted peanuts, it offers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect as a side dish or light appetizer, this no-cook Cambodian classic is a perfect way to add an exotic twist to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 medium carrot
- 0.5 red onion
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 red chili (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scrape out the seeds. Thinly slice the cucumbers into half-moon shapes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the carrot, then julienne it into thin strips or use a grater to shred it. Add the carrot to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mixing bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves, then stir them into the salad mixture.
Roughly crush the unsalted roasted peanuts using a mortar and pestle, or place them in a bag and crush with a rolling pin. Set the peanuts aside for garnish.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, salt, and finely minced garlic. If you prefer extra heat, finely slice the red chili and add it to the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss everything together to coat evenly.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowl, then sprinkle the crushed peanuts over the top as a garnish.
Serve immediately for maximum freshness and crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.6 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3174 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2334 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
