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Cucumbers in Spicy Peanut Sauce

Cucumbers in Spicy Peanut Sauce: A Crunchy No-Cook Delight

Cucumbers in Spicy Peanut Sauce is a refreshing, gluten-free dish that combines crisp cucumbers with a rich, spicy dressing for an invigorating salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2-3 pieces English Cucumbers Crisp texture for freshness
  • 1/4-1/3 cup Peanuts Chopped
  • 2-3 tablespoons Green Onions Finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons White Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Base for the dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Balances heat with sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Low Sodium Soy Sauce For flavor depth
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust heat as needed
  • 2 teaspoons Rice Vinegar Adds tanginess
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Infuses nutty flavor
  • 1.5-2 tablespoons Water To adjust dressing thickness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry 2-3 English cucumbers, then slice into rounds or half-moons about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Finely chop 1/4-1/3 cup of peanuts and 2-3 tablespoons of green onions and add to the bowl with the cucumbers. Optionally, add a pinch of red pepper flakes and toss to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon of low-sodium soy sauce. Gradually stir in 1.5-2 tablespoons of water until smooth. Add in 1 tablespoon of sriracha, 2 teaspoons of rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and mix well.
  4. Pour the dressing over the cucumber and mix-ins and toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with additional sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve immediately, or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use only fresh, firm cucumbers for the best texture. Keep cucumbers and dressing separate when meal prepping to maintain crunch.

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