Gluten-Free Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad – jesslovescooking
If you’re looking for a vibrant and refreshing dish that embodies summer, try the Gluten-Free Spicy Peanut Cucumber Salad – jesslovescooking. This salad combines crunchy cucumbers with a creamy, spicy peanut dressing for a unique flavor experience. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, it’s not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a delicious side dish or main course that’s gluten-free and bursting with color. Ideal for gatherings or meal prep, this salad will surely impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 2 large English cucumbers
- 1/2 cup toasted chopped peanuts
- 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers into rounds (1/3 inch thick). Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut butter, honey, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pat cucumbers dry and place them in a bowl with peanuts and parsley. Pour dressing over the mixture.
- Toss gently to combine and let sit for 30 minutes before serving chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg