Thai Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, light, and flavorful dish that combines the crispness of cucumbers with a tangy and spicy dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light appetizer, it balances sweet, salty, sour, and spicy flavors, typical of Thai cuisine. This salad is quick to prepare and is a great way to add a burst of freshness to any meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced

• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

• 1/2 cup rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1-2 red chili peppers, thinly sliced (optional for spice)

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

• 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian option)

• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions:

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

2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.

3. Add fish sauce and sliced red chilies to the dressing mixture.

4. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions, tossing to coat evenly.

5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

6. Before serving, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds.

7. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrients (per serving):

• Calories: 60-80 kcal

• Protein: 2g

• Carbohydrates: 7g

• Fat: 4g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sodium: 250-400mg (varies based on fish sauce/soy sauce)