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Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad

Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

This Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad combines vibrant ingredients for a refreshing summer dish, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Draining Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumbers English cucumbers preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter or almond butter
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or white vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust for heat preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley or cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Peanuts or sunflower seeds

Equipment

  • Vegetable Peeler
  • Mixing bowl
  • Mandoline
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing the cucumbers into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandoline. Sprinkle them generously with salt and toss to coat evenly. Let them sit in a colander for about 1 hour to drain excess moisture.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper until smooth and consistent.
  3. Once the cucumbers have drained, transfer them to a larger bowl. Add the toasted peanuts and chopped parsley, mixing well to combine.
  4. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
  5. Serve immediately for the best freshness and crunch. Optionally garnish with extra peanuts and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 320mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble and dress the salad just before serving for optimal texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, stirring before serving.

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