Spicy Thai Cucumber Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and packed with bold flavors, this Spicy Thai Cucumber Salad is the ultimate side dish for those who love a kick of heat in their meals. Made with crisp English cucumbers, vibrant red chili pepper, and fresh cilantro, the salad is elevated by a tangy-sweet dressing of fish sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. A sprinkle of crushed peanuts adds a satisfying crunch, while the garlic and chili deliver layers of spice and aroma. Perfect as a light appetizer or a complement to grilled meats, this no-cook dish comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or warm summer gatherings. Serve it chilled for the ultimate refreshing experience and let your taste buds savor this fusion of spicy, tangy, and savory Thai-inspired goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole English cucumber
- 1 whole Red chili pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Slice them thinly into rounds or half-moons, depending on preference.
Finely chop the red chili pepper, removing seeds if you want less heat. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and salt until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and coarsely crush the roasted peanuts using a mortar and pestle or the back of a knife.
In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, chopped chili, and minced garlic.
Drizzle the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
Sprinkle chopped cilantro and crushed peanuts on top for garnish.
Serve immediately for a crisp texture, or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
393 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3720 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1561 mg | 33% | |
*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.
