Best 4 Asian Cucumber And Peanut Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating the most delectable and refreshing Asian Cucumber and Peanut Salad! If you're craving a light, flavorful dish with a perfect balance of textures and flavors, you've come to the right place. This salad is a burst of freshness with crisp cucumbers, crunchy peanuts, and a tangy, aromatic dressing that's sure to tantalize your taste buds.

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THAI CUCUMBER SALAD WITH PEANUTS



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Peanuts add welcome crunch to this tangy and refreshing Thai cucumber salad.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Salads

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ medium red onion, very thinly sliced
2 large English cucumbers, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced crosswise ¼-inch thick
⅓ cup packed chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup salted peanuts
1 large jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (or use 1-2 Thai chiles for more heat)
¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
¼ cup fresh lime juice, from 2-3 limes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1½ tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Place the onions in a small bowl of cold water. Let sit for ten minutes, then drain well and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk the lime juice, oil, fish sauce, sugar, and garlic.
  • Add the drained red onions, cucumbers, cilantro, peanuts and jalapeño pepper to the dressing. Taste and add the salt if necessary. Serve the salad within 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238, Fat 16g, Carbohydrate 21g, Protein 6g, SaturatedFat 2g, Sugar 12g, Fiber 3g, Sodium 660mg, Cholesterol 0mg

ASIAN CUCUMBER AND PEANUT SALAD



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A fresh cucumber salad with a real kick! My mom adds rice noodles making it a great lunch or dinner add-on. I prefer it as it is.

Provided by tammyn316

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar, or to taste
1 tablespoon Asian-style chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeds scraped out with a spoon, and thinly sliced
½ cup chopped peanuts
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Set garlic aside to cool.
  • Whisk vinegar and sugar in a salad bowl until sugar has dissolved; add chili-garlic sauce, fish sauce, coriander, cooked garlic, and red pepper flakes until thoroughly combined. Stir in cucumbers, peanuts, and green onions to coat with dressing. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 438.1 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

ASIAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a really delicious, light salad.

Provided by sandradxb

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
2 teaspoons salt
½ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
4 fresh red chile peppers, sliced

Steps:

  • Put the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt; set aside to drain for 1 hour.
  • Whisk the vinegar and sugar together until the sugar is dissolved; add the sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds; stir.
  • Rinse salt off the cucumber slices by running under cold water; place in a large bowl with the sliced red chile peppers. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 780.3 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

CHINEASY CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE



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Chineasy Cucumber Salad Recipe

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon Chinkiang vinegar
1 teaspoon Sichuan chili oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon turbinado sugar
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
3 Persian or Kirby cucumbers or 1 English cucumber
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons roasted unsalted peanuts, crushed
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, chili oil, sesame oil, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl until the sugar dissolves. Set the dressing aside.
  • Halve the cucumbers lengthwise. (If using English cucumbers, remove the seeds with a small spoon and discard.) Set them cut-side down on a cutting board and lightly smash them: Give them a couple angry thwaps with the side of a cleaver (or a large chef's knife) until the cucumbers crack in a few places. (For less drama, just press down on them with the side of the knife.) Cut the abused cucumbers crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick half-moons.
  • Toss the cucumbers in the dressing, portion them out onto plates, and top each serving with sesame seeds, peanuts, and cilantro.

Tips:

  • Use a mandoline slicer to easily and thinly slice the cucumbers.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, use a sharp knife to slice the cucumbers as thinly as possible.
  • Soak the cucumbers in ice water for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help them stay crisp and refreshing.
  • Use a variety of peanuts in your salad. Roasted, unsalted peanuts are a classic choice, but you can also use honey-roasted or chili-lime peanuts for a different flavor profile.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs to your salad, such as cilantro, basil, or mint. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve your salad with a variety of dipping sauces. A simple soy sauce and vinegar dipping sauce is a classic choice, but you can also try a spicy peanut sauce or a sweet and sour sauce.

Conclusion:

Asian cucumber and peanut salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is also a healthy and nutritious snack that is packed with vitamins and minerals. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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