Paleo Spicy Cucumber Salad

Invigorate your taste buds with this vibrant Paleo Spicy Cucumber Salad, a refreshing yet fiery twist on a classic dish. Bursting with crisp cucumber ribbons, bold red chili pepper, and aromatic garlic, this salad perfectly balances heat with a tangy drizzle of coconut aminos and Paleo-friendly vinegar. A hint of cold-pressed sesame oil (optional) and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes elevate the flavors, making it both satisfying and guilt-free. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the ultimate quick, healthy side dish for summer picnics, BBQs, or meal prep. Garnished with green onions and optional sesame seeds, this chilled Paleo cucumber salad delivers crunch, spice, and zesty perfection in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Cucumber
• 1 small Red chili pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar for Paleo compliance)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (cold-pressed, optional for Paleo)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly, then slice them into thin rounds. For a fancier presentation, use a vegetable peeler to create ribbon slices.

Step 2

Place the sliced cucumbers in a bowl and sprinkle them with sea salt. Toss well and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water. After 10 minutes, drain the water and pat the cucumbers dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.

Step 3

Finely mince the red chili pepper and garlic cloves. Thinly slice the green onions and set aside for garnish.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, vinegar, sesame oil (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss until evenly coated.

Step 6

Place the salad in the refrigerator to chill for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds (if using) and green onion slices for garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this Paleo-friendly spicy cucumber salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(896.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	231.8

Total Fat 7.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1726.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 6.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 192.3mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1337.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.5%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 63.8%