Thai Cucumber Salad

This Thai Cucumber Salad is a perfect combination of cool, crisp cucumbers, zesty red onions, and crunchy peanuts, all tossed in a delicious homemade Thai dressing. It's a refreshing and tangy side dish that pairs beautifully with any Asian-inspired meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb English cucumbers
  
  

• ⅓ cup red onions, sliced
  
  

• ¼ cup peanuts, chopped
  
  

• 1 clove garlic, grated
  
  

• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  
  

• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  
  

• 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
  
  

• 2 tbsp monk fruit/allulose (or sweetener of choice)
  
  

• 1 tbsp Sambal
  
  

• 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  
  

• 1 tsp sesame seeds
  
  

• 1 tsp salt
  
  

Directions

1. Wash, dry, and slice the cucumbers. Optionally, peel some of the skins using a citrus zester for better texture.
   
   

2. In a small mixing bowl, combine rice vinegar, garlic, lime juice, Sambal, salt, sesame oil, and sweetener. Whisk together until combined.
   
   

3. Add the cucumbers to a large mixing bowl along with chopped peanuts, red onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro.
   
   

4. Pour the dressing over the top and toss to combine, ensuring everything is well-coated.
   
   

5. Let the salad sit for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving)

• Calories: 69 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 9 g
  
  

• Protein: 2 g
  
  

• Fat: 3 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  
  

• Sodium: 800 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 211 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 2 g
  
  

• Sugar: 4 g