Thai Cucumber Salad

This Thai Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and tangy side dish featuring crisp cucumbers tossed in a flavorful dressing of rice vinegar, sugar, and a hint of chili. It’s a perfect accompaniment to spicy or grilled dishes and adds a cool crunch to any meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced

• 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and red onion.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes until the sugar dissolves.

3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss to coat evenly.

4. Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

5. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving, serves about 4):

• Calories: Approximately 30

• Protein: 1g

• Fat: 0g

• Carbohydrates: 7g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 5g

• Sodium: 200mg