Rick's Thai Cucumber Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with bold flavors, Rick's Thai Cucumber Salad is the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory. This vibrant dish combines the crunch of fresh cucumbers, carrots, and red onion with fragrant cilantro and mint, while a zesty dressing made from rice vinegar, lime juice, and fish sauce ties it all together. Roasted peanuts add a delightful nuttiness, and an optional red chili brings a hint of heat for spice lovers. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this Thai-inspired salad is ideal as a light side dish, a flavorful appetizer, or a refreshing complement to your favorite grilled meats or seafood. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a quick, healthy addition to any meal, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of fresh and bold flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole English cucumber
• 1 whole Red chili (optional, for heat)
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 cup Roasted peanuts, chopped
• 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon White sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the cucumbers. Slice them in half lengthwise, then use a spoon to scrape out the seeds. Slice the cucumbers into thin half-moon shapes and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and julienne the carrot into thin matchstick pieces. Thinly slice the red onion and optional red chili. Add all to the bowl with the cucumbers.

Step 3

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves. Add them to the bowl along with the chopped roasted peanuts.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the rice vinegar, lime juice, granulated sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss everything together to ensure the vegetables and herbs are evenly coated.

Step 6

Let the salad sit for about 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds as a garnish before serving.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or appetizer. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1108.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	560.3

Total Fat 28.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2717.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 36.4g
Protein 21.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 427.9mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 2195.1mg	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: 40.2%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 46.3%