Peanut Chili Crisp Cucumber Salad
Peanut Chili Crisp Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that tantalizes your taste buds with the crunch of cucumbers, the richness of roasted peanuts, and a spicy kick from chili oil. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for summer picnics or as a zesty side at any gathering. Its adaptable nature allows you to customize it with your favorite ingredients, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Enjoy this salad chilled or at room temperature for a burst of flavor that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh cucumbers (about 300g), thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup unsalted roasted peanuts (75g)
- 3 tbsp high-quality chili oil (45ml)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar (45ml)
- 1 tsp sugar (5g)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers thinly. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 5 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, sugar, rice vinegar, and chili oil. Whisk until well mixed.
- Drain the cucumbers and pat them dry with paper towels. In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers and roasted peanuts.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber-peanut mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes if desired before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg