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Bowl of Thai cucumber salad with lime and peanuts on a wooden table

Healthy Thai Cucumber Salad with Lime and Peanuts

This Thai cucumber salad is a cozy, crowd-pleasing side dish that's refreshing, crunchy, and packed with bright lime and savory peanut flavors. Ready in 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers or 3 medium Persian cucumbers
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts unsalted or lightly salted
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice about 2 limes
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 small clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil

Method
 

  1. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons. If using English cucumbers, no need to peel. Place in a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, rice vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil until well combined.
  3. Pour dressing over cucumbers and toss gently to coat.
  4. Sprinkle with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and roasted peanuts. Toss lightly again.
  5. Serve immediately or let sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.