Asian Cucumber Salad

This quick Asian cucumber salad is made with a tangy rice vinegar dressing, with honey roasted peanuts for a touch of sweetness and crunch!

⏱️ 15 min 🔪 Prep: 15 min 📊 Easy 👁️ 26 views
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Asian Cucumber SaladFoto: Well Plated

Ingredients

4 servings
  • 6 Persian or Japanese cucumbers* (often labeled "mini cucumbers")
  • ½ cup honey-roasted peanuts (chopped)
  • ½ cup rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce ((or gluten-free tamari))
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (for serving)
  • Diced avocado (optional - have been adding more often lately)

Steps

  1. Using a sharp knife or mandoline, slice the cucumbers into 1/4-inch pieces, transfer to a bowl.

  2. Add the peanuts.

  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and sugar.

  4. Add the dressing to the cucumber slices and peanuts and toss to combine. Add a sprinkling of crushed red pepper flakes to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Macronutrients

Calories140
Source: Well Plated

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