Name: Crisp Peanut Butter Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: Cucumbers (400g / 14oz): Thinly sliced into ribbons for a crisp texture.; Peanut Butter (3 Tbsp / 45mL): Smooth, natural peanut butter is best.; Rice Vinegar (2 Tbsp / 30mL): Adds acidity and complements the flavors.; Soy Sauce (1 Tbsp / 15mL): Low-sodium soy sauce for umami.; Honey (1 Tbsp / 15mL): Provides a subtle sweetness.; Sesame Oil (1 tsp / 5mL): Toasted sesame oil for nutty aroma.; Ginger (1 tsp / 5g): Freshly grated for a zesty bite.; Garlic (1 clove): Minced for depth of flavor.; Chili Flakes (½ tsp / 2g): Adds a gentle heat.; Peanuts (¼ cup / 30g): Unsalted, roasted, and roughly crushed for crunch.; Cilantro (2 Tbsp / 8g): Freshly torn for herbaceous notes.; Sesame Seeds (1 tsp / 5g): Toasted for nutty flavor and visual appeal.; Salt & Pepper: To taste.

Description

This Crisp Peanut Butter Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish featuring thinly sliced cucumbers tossed in a creamy, savory, and slightly spicy peanut butter dressing. It’s a quick and easy recipe perfect for warm weather and Asian cuisine lovers.

Ingredients

Cucumbers (400g / 14oz): Thinly sliced into ribbons for a crisp texture.
Peanut Butter (3 Tbsp / 45mL): Smooth, natural peanut butter is best.
Rice Vinegar (2 Tbsp / 30mL): Adds acidity and complements the flavors.
Soy Sauce (1 Tbsp / 15mL): Low-sodium soy sauce for umami.
Honey (1 Tbsp / 15mL): Provides a subtle sweetness.
Sesame Oil (1 tsp / 5mL): Toasted sesame oil for nutty aroma.
Ginger (1 tsp / 5g): Freshly grated for a zesty bite.
Garlic (1 clove): Minced for depth of flavor.
Chili Flakes (½ tsp / 2g): Adds a gentle heat.
Peanuts (¼ cup / 30g): Unsalted, roasted, and roughly crushed for crunch.
Cilantro (2 Tbsp / 8g): Freshly torn for herbaceous notes.
Sesame Seeds (1 tsp / 5g): Toasted for nutty flavor and visual appeal.
Salt & Pepper: To taste.

Instructions

Prepare Cucumbers: Slice cucumbers into thin ribbons and salt to remove moisture.
Make Dressing: Whisk together peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, honey, oil, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes with water.
Toast Peanuts: Toast peanuts until fragrant and coarsely crush.
Combine & Marinate: Toss drained cucumbers with dressing and let rest for 5 minutes.
Plate & Garnish: Serve with crushed peanuts, cilantro, and sesame seeds.

Notes

For best results, serve immediately to maintain crispness. You can prepare the dressing and peanuts ahead of time.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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