The Ultimate Thai Cucumber Salad: A Burst of Freshness and Flavor!

This cucumber salad recipe is very close to what you’d get at your favorite Thai restaurant. Cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts are tossed in a sweet and tangy vinaigrette with just a hint of heat from jalapeños. This summer salad is always a hit at picnics and potlucks since it doesn’t need to be refrigerated.

Recipe Details

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

Ingredients

  • 3largecucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch slices

  • 1tablespoonsalt

  • ½cupwhite sugar

  • ½cuprice wine vinegar

  • 2mediumjalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

  • ¼cupchopped cilantro

  • ½cupchopped peanuts

Cooking Directions

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

Editor’s Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of salt. The actual amount of salt consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories238
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
9g
12%
Saturated Fat
1g
7%
Sodium
1751mg
76%
Total Carbohydrate
37g
13%
Dietary Fiber
3g
10%
Total Sugars
30g
Protein
6g
Vitamin C
10mg
49%
Calcium
48mg
4%
Iron
1mg
6%
Potassium
461mg
10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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