How to Make Cucumber Peanut Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Refreshing, crunchy, and packed full of flavor, Cucumber Peanut Salad is a delightful dish that combines the fresh taste of cucumbers with the nutty goodness of peanuts. This simple and healthy recipe is perfect for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a vibrant addition to any summer picnic or barbecue. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is not only delicious but also nutritious and satisfying.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and diced
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 dried red chile pepper
  • 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Mix together salt and cucumber, and allow to drain in a colander for ten minutes to release water. Pat dry, and place in a medium size bowl.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan, and stir in cumin and chili pepper.
  • Add peanuts, lemon juice, sugar, and melted butter to cucumber, and stir together. Garnish with cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    165 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 337mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 38mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 325mg