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Tangy Spicy Thai Cucumber Salad

Tangy Spicy Thai Cucumber Salad You'll Crave Every Summer

Enjoy this Tangy Spicy Thai Cucumber Salad, a refreshing and easy dish perfect for summer feasts.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumbers English cucumbers preferred
  • 2 medium Carrots julienned
  • 1 small Red Onion finely sliced
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar optional
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice optional
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Peanuts chopped, optional
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds toasted, optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Melon baller
  • Tongs

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. Wash the cucumbers under cold water, cut in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and slice into 1/4 inch pieces.
  2. Peel and julienne the carrots, and finely slice the red onion. Combine all in a large mixing bowl.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, salt, rice vinegar, and red wine vinegar. Stir until dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
Combine and Marinate
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, add sweet chili sauce and lime juice, then toss gently.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Serve the Salad
  1. Toss the salad lightly before serving. Optionally, sprinkle with peanuts and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use English cucumbers for the best flavor and texture. Let the salad marinate for a richer taste.

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