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

Thai cuisine is known for its vibrant and refreshing flavors, and one of the most popular dishes is the Thai cucumber salad. This salad is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy, making it a tantalizing treat for your taste buds. Its simplicity and freshness make it a great addition to any meal or even as a light snack on its own.

What makes this salad so unique is its use of traditional Thai flavors, such as fish sauce, lime juice, and chili peppers, which give it a delig...

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Ingredients

  • 3 large cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup rice wine vinegar
  • 2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • ½ cup chopped peanuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Toss cucumbers with salt in a colander; leave in the sink to drain for 30 minutes. Rinse with cold water, then drain and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk sugar and vinegar together in a mixing bowl until sugar has dissolved. Add cucumbers, jalapeños, and cilantro; toss to combine. Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top just before serving.
  • Nutrition

    238 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 1751mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 30g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 461mg