Peanut Butter Cucumber Salad Recipe
Crunchy, Zesty and Creamy: My new favourite Thai cucumber salad with a sweet and spicy peanut butter sauce.
Servings: 2 adults
Calories: 175kcal
Equipment
- Salad Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients For Salad
- 2 Persian Cucumbers
- 1 tablespoon roasted peanuts, crushed
- 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon Korean red chilli flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
Ingredients For Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened peanut butter (get recipe)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 lime juice
Instructions
- Simply slice cucumbers into even size rounds. If using an Indian cucumber, you might want to peel it first (or peel partially for stripes) and then slice. Next, stack the cucumber slices and cut them into even size sticks. This helps keep the salad crisp.
- In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce (or tamari), sugar, minced garlic, salt to taste, and sesame oil. Whisk vigorously until smooth.
- The dressing will be quite thick initially. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of room temperature water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously until the sauce reaches desired pourable consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasonings – you might want more lime for tang, more sugar for sweetness, or a pinch of salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the sliced cucumber, and the salad dressing. Sprinkle, sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, chopped green onion, and Gochugaru or smoked red paprika. Gently mix, making sure each piece of cucumber is coated with the sauce.
- Thai Cucumber Salad is ready to serve!
Notes
- If cucumbers are watery, you can lightly salt them and let them sit for 10-15 minutes, then pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess water.
- Make Ahead (Partially): You can prepare the peanut butter sauce and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Chop the cucumber and other fresh ingredients just before serving for optimal freshness.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of chilli to your preference. For more, add extra or a dash of sriracha to the dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 861mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 275IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg