Best 6 Sweet And Tangy Thai Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Calling all tangy, sweet, and refreshing salad lovers! Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure to create the perfect Thai cucumber salad? This vibrant and flavorful dish is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will awaken your taste buds. From the crisp crunch of the cucumbers to the sweet and sour dressing, every bite is a symphony of zestiness. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe will guide you in creating a delightful salad that pays homage to Thailand's rich culinary heritage. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the exciting world of Thai cuisine!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND TANGY THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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Learn how to make an easy Thai cucumber salad. This salad is loaded with crisp cucumbers, robust red onions, and tons of toasted sesame seeds. The dressing is sweet and tangy and so refreshing!

Provided by Marzia

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoons salt
2 teaspoon EACH: toasted sesame oil AND fish sauce
¼ - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 large hothouse (English) cucumbers, thinly sliced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
⅓ cup chopped peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • DRESSING: If you aren't the biggest fan of fish sauce, start with 1 teaspoon instead of two. Combine the ingredients for the dressing in a small bowl and whisk until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  • THAI CUCUMBER SALAD: Combine the ingredients for the salad (except the peanuts) in a medium bowl. Pour the prepared dressing on top and stir so all the cucumbers are evenly coated in the dressing. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and allow the salad to marinate in the refrigerator for roughly 15-20 minutes or up to 1-2 hours. Add the peanuts to the top right before serving.

SWEET AND TANGY CUCUMBER SALAD



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This sweet and tangy side dish sent in by Mary Farley comes together in a snap. "I often take this to church potlucks," she writes from Wasilla, Alaska. "It is so pretty and colorful with the red pepper and unpeeled cucumbers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dill seed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH THAI SWEET CHILI VINAIGRETTE



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Cool, spicy, and sweet.

Provided by maryelle

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
¼ teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
1 pinch salt to taste
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk rice vinegar, chili sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic together in a small bowl; season with salt.
  • Combine cucumber and onion in a separate bowl. Pour vinegar mixture over cucumber and onion mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 87.1 mg, Sugar 4 g

SPICY THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this Spicy Thai Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mini Ravindran

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped shallots or 1/4 cup chopped purple onion
1 fresh hot chili pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, crushed
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Place sliced cucumber on a platter.
  • Meanwhile combine vinegar, sugar, water and salt in a small saucepan and heat until sugar and salt are dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • Place shallots and chili pepper in vinegar mixture and stir.
  • Pour mixture over cucumbers just before serving and sprinkle with peanuts and fresh cilantro.
  • Don't be concerned about the strong smell when heating the vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.8, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 704.9, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 29.9, Protein 5.3

THAI SWEET-AND-SOUR CUCUMBER SALAD



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From Real Vegetarian Thai by Nancie McDermott. In the note it says that if you are using a nice, unwaxed cucumber to leave some of the skin on. (I never use the cilantro.) This goes well with Thai Shrimp With Coconut-Almond Rice, Recipe #287896.

Provided by mliss29

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 large cucumber (about 12 oz)
1/4 cup red onion, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup dry roasted salted peanut, finely chopped
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
fresh cilantro leaf

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt and boil gently over medium heat. Stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar and salt. After about 2 minutes, when the syrup is clear and slightly thickened, remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Peel the cucumber and slice lengthwise in quarters. (You can remove the seeds if you want to.) Slice these strips into 1/4 inch thick triangles.
  • In a bowl, combine the cucumbers, cooled vinegar mixture, onion, and cilantro and mix well.
  • Use a slotted spoon to serve into individual dishes. Sprinkle servings with the chopped peanuts and cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.1, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 739.1, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 27.6, Protein 5.1

SWEET AND TANGY THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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This salad is a refreshing side to spicy Thai food. I prefer it without hot peppers or peanuts since its major purpose for me is refreshment. It's especially quick to make if you can slice the cucumbers and onions in a food processor.

Provided by PRACTICINGJOY

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup white sugar
½ cup hot water
¼ cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk sugar, hot water, white vinegar, and salt in a bowl until sugar has dissolved. Stir cucumber and onion into the sauce. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to soften the texture of the vegetables and reduce pungency of the onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 389.8 mg, Sugar 18.2 g

Tips:

- For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumbers. English cucumbers are a good choice because they have fewer seeds and a thinner skin. - If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or apple cider vinegar. - To make the salad more spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a serrano pepper. - For a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon of honey or agave nectar. - If you want a more tangy salad, add a tablespoon of lime juice. - Be sure to chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

This sweet and tangy Thai cucumber salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this recipe a try!

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