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Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad

Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad

This Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad combines creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, and fresh veggies for a refreshing dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • flexible spatula

Ingredients
  

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons Asian chile-garlic paste or sambal oelek
  • 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1.5 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (1 medium lime)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)

Salad

  • 2 medium English cucumbers (about 12 ounces each), sliced crosswise into ¼-inch thick rounds
  • 0.5 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro (about ½ small bunch)
  • 0.5 cup coarsely chopped salted, roasted peanuts

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Whisk 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons Asian chile-garlic paste, 1 tablespoon plus 1 ½ teaspoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon plus 1 ½ teaspoons lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes if using together in a large bowl. The dressing will be on the thicker side.
  • Add 2 sliced medium English cucumbers, ½ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, and ½ cup coarsely chopped salted, roasted peanuts. Toss together with a flexible spatula until all the cucumbers are evenly coated with the sauce. Garnish with red pepper flakes if desired. This salad is best eaten immediately.

Notes

Chunky peanut butter can be used instead of creamy peanut butter for more crunch. The sauce can be made up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. Let come to room temperature and whisk if needed before using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg
Keyword fresh, Healthy, Quick, salad, Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad, Vegan
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