Description
A crisp, tangy salad that wakes up your taste buds in minutes. This Thai-inspired cucumber dish is light, bold, and perfect for warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
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2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
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3 tbsp fresh lime juice
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2 tbsp fish sauce or soy sauce
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1½ tbsp granulated sugar
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1 small garlic clove, minced
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1 small red chili, thinly sliced
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¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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2 tbsp roasted peanuts, crushed
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1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
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Slice cucumbers thin, lightly salt, and rest for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
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Whisk lime juice and sugar until fully dissolved.
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Stir in fish sauce, garlic, and chili.
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Toss cucumbers with dressing until evenly coated.
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Fold in cilantro and sesame oil, adjust seasoning, and top with peanuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: American