Sticky Cucumber and Peanut Dipping Sauce
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistibly fresh and flavorful Sticky Cucumber and Peanut Dipping Sauce recipe! Crisp cucumber slices, lightly salted to enhance their natural crunch, pair perfectly with a rich, velvety peanut dipping sauce infused with the bold flavors of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a subtle kick of chili flakes. Roasted peanuts add a delightful nutty texture, while a touch of honey balances the savory tones with just the right amount of sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for healthy snacking, party platters, or as a vibrant side dish. Garnished with crushed peanuts and optional chili flakes, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Try this refreshing cucumber and peanut sauce combo for an appetizer that’s guaranteed to impress! Perfect SEO keywords include: cucumber dipping sauce, peanut butter appetizer, easy no-cook recipe, and healthy party snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Fresh cucumber
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter (creamy preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili flakes
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumber. Slice it into thin sticks or rounds, depending on your preference, and place them in a colander.
Sprinkle the cucumber with salt. Toss to coat evenly and let it sit for 10 minutes. This will draw out excess moisture and enhance the flavor.
In a food processor or blender, add the roasted peanuts and pulse until they turn into a coarse crumb. Set aside 1 tablespoon of the ground peanuts for garnishing.
Add peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, water, garlic (minced), and chili flakes to the blender with the remaining peanuts. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, adjust by adding an extra tablespoon of water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce, honey, or chili flakes if needed.
Pat the cucumber slices dry with a paper towel and transfer them to a serving bowl or platter.
Place the peanut dipping sauce in a small bowl alongside the cucumbers and garnish with the reserved ground peanuts and an optional sprinkle of chili flakes for extra heat.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.9 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2485 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1325 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.
