Description
Cucumbers in Spicy Peanut Sauce is a delightful and easy-to-prepare dish that brings together the crisp, cooling goodness of cucumbers with the bold, nutty flavors of a spicy peanut sauce. This Asian-inspired salad is a refreshing and versatile side or appetizer that’s perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers, sliced about 1/3 inch thick
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, toasted
- 2 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Start by placing the sliced cucumbers in a bowl, sprinkling them with the salt, and tossing to coat evenly. Transfer the salted cucumbers to a colander and let them drain for about 1 hour.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut butter, honey, minced garlic, dried red chili flakes, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
3. Once the cucumbers have drained, transfer them to a serving bowl. Add the toasted peanuts and chopped parsley, then pour the spicy peanut sauce over the top. Toss everything together gently until the cucumbers are evenly coated. Serve immediately for maximum crunch and flavor.
Notes
Cucumbers and peanuts are both nutrient-dense ingredients that offer a range of health benefits. Cucumbers are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, while peanuts are a great source of protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg