High Protein Spicy Cucumber Salad
Elevate your salad game with this High Protein Spicy Cucumber Salad—a refreshing and vibrant dish packed with bold flavors and nourishing ingredients. Featuring crisp cucumber slices, golden seared tofu for a protein boost, and crunchy roasted peanuts, this salad is drizzled with a zesty dressing made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a spicy kick of sriracha or chili garlic sauce. Aromatic garlic, fresh cilantro, and green onions add layers of flavor, while black sesame seeds provide a touch of texture and visual appeal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for meal prep, light lunches, or as a flavorful side dish. Whether served chilled or immediately, it’s the ideal balance of protein, spice, and crunch for a healthy, energizing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 200 grams firm tofu
- 50 grams roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 stalks green onions
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
- 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Slice them into thin, bite-sized rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
Pat the tofu dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Cut it into small cubes.
In a non-stick skillet, lightly sear the tofu over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes until golden on the outside. Allow it to cool slightly before adding it to the salad.
Finely mince the garlic. Thinly slice the green onions. Roughly chop the cilantro.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha or chili garlic sauce, sugar or maple syrup, and the minced garlic. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices, seared tofu, roasted peanuts, green onions, and cilantro.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to ensure even coating.
Sprinkle with black sesame seeds and a pinch of salt for extra flavor.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving for a refreshing, spicy kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.8 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1864 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 472 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1500 mg | 32% | |
*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.
