Paleo Spicy Cucumber Salad
Bright, refreshing, and with a zesty kick, this Paleo Spicy Cucumber Salad is the perfect balance of crisp textures and bold, tangy flavors. Featuring naturally cooling cucumbers paired with a fiery blend of red chili pepper, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes, this salad makes an irresistible side dish or light appetizer. The delectable dressing, made with Paleo-compliant coconut aminos, rice vinegar, and optional sesame oil, brings a savory umami twist, while sesame seeds and green onions add extra crunch and freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this whole30-approved and gluten-free recipe is ideal for meal-preppers and health-conscious eaters. Whether served on its own or alongside grilled proteins, this vibrant salad will elevate any meal with its spicy, tangy charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumber
- 1 small Red chili pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar for Paleo compliance)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (cold-pressed, optional for Paleo)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly, then slice them into thin rounds. For a fancier presentation, use a vegetable peeler to create ribbon slices.
Place the sliced cucumbers in a bowl and sprinkle them with sea salt. Toss well and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water. After 10 minutes, drain the water and pat the cucumbers dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Finely mince the red chili pepper and garlic cloves. Thinly slice the green onions and set aside for garnish.
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, vinegar, sesame oil (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss until evenly coated.
Place the salad in the refrigerator to chill for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds (if using) and green onion slices for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this Paleo-friendly spicy cucumber salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1726 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1338 mg | 28% | |
*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.
