Thai Cucumber Salad – Easy, Refreshing & Flavorful Side Dish
If you’re in search of a vibrant and refreshing side dish that’s quick and easy to make, look no further than this Thai Cucumber Salad. Bursting with color and flavor, this salad combines crisp cucumbers, crunchy carrots, and zesty onions, all tossed in a tangy dressing that elevates any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a delightful addition to family gatherings, this salad not only pleases the palate but also adds a nutritious touch to your table. With just 20 minutes to prepare, you’ll love how effortlessly it comes together!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers (thinly sliced)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 medium carrot (shredded)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Optional: crushed peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your vegetables by washing and slicing the cucumbers, slicing the red onion, and shredding the carrot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar or honey, minced garlic, salt, and red chili flakes if desired.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, red onion, carrot, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to two days for the flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg