Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with this Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe. Crisp cucumbers, tangy vinegar, and a hint of sweetness and spice create a refreshing side dish perfect for any meal. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it's a must-try recipe!
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, let the salad marinate in the fridge for a couple of hours before serving.
- Add crushed peanuts on top for extra crunch and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg