Description
A refreshing and flavorful dish of cucumbers coated in a spicy peanut sauce, perfect for a light and satisfying appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumbers:
- 2 large English cucumbers (sliced about 1/3rd inch thick)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Spicy Peanut Sauce:
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, toasted
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Cucumbers: Place the sliced cucumbers in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and let drain in a colander for one hour.
- Make Spicy Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, peanut butter, honey, garlic, chili flakes, and black pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Toss drained cucumbers with peanuts, parsley, and sauce mixture until well coated.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Notes
- This dish is best served fresh but can be prepared ahead for convenience.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili flakes to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Mixing, Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cucumbers in Spicy Peanut Sauce, Peanut Cucumber Salad, Asian Cucumber Salad, Spicy Cucumber Appetizer
