Best 7 Asian Cucumber Thai Salad Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a refreshing and flavorful journey to Southeast Asia with our delectable Asian Cucumber Thai Salad.** This vibrant salad captures the essence of Thai cuisine, boasting a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, spicy, and savory flavors. Crisp cucumbers, aromatic herbs, and a tangy dressing come together to create a symphony of textures and tastes that will transport you to the bustling streets of Bangkok.

**Our recipe collection offers three variations of this classic salad, each with its own unique twist.**
- **The Traditional Thai Cucumber Salad** features the quintessential combination of cucumbers, red onions, carrots, and peanuts, tossed in a zesty dressing made with fish sauce, lime juice, and chili peppers.
- **The Spicy Thai Cucumber Salad** takes the heat up a notch with the addition of fresh chilies and a spicy dressing, perfect for those who love a bold and fiery kick.
- **The Vegan Thai Cucumber Salad** caters to plant-based diets, using a flavorful combination of tofu, tempeh, and a creamy peanut dressing.

**Regardless of your dietary preferences, our Asian Cucumber Thai Salad recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings for a refreshing, healthy, and authentic Thai dish. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.**

Let's cook with our recipes!

THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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This Thai cucumber salad is a refreshing and crisp summer salad with cucumbers and cilantro in a fresh dressing of rice vinegar and sesame oil.

Provided by Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere

Categories     Side Dish Recipes

Time 2h35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb (3 med) cucumbers, sliced thin
1 tsp salt
¼ c rice vinegar
1 Tbsp sugar
½ tsp sesame oil
¼ tsp red pepper flakes or chopped red Thai chile (more or less to taste)
½ red onion, sliced
2 Tbsp chopped cilantro
¼ c peanuts, coarsely chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Slice cucumbers and toss with 1 tsp salt. Set aside to sweat for 30 minutes.
  • While your cucumbers are resting, combine the dressing ingredients and set aside.
  • After resting your cucumbers, rinse and drain them. Pat dry and place in a bowl.
  • Add the sliced onion and chopped cilantro to the cucumbers.
  • Add the dressing and mix to combine.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, for 2-3 hours to let the flavors come together.
  • Serve topped with chopped peanuts, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1/3 c, TransFat 0 grams trans fat

ASIAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a really delicious, light salad.

Provided by sandradxb

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
2 teaspoons salt
½ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
4 fresh red chile peppers, sliced

Steps:

  • Put the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt; set aside to drain for 1 hour.
  • Whisk the vinegar and sugar together until the sugar is dissolved; add the sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds; stir.
  • Rinse salt off the cucumber slices by running under cold water; place in a large bowl with the sliced red chile peppers. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 780.3 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

ASIAN CUCUMBER THAI SALAD



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This refreshing salad goes well with fish or chicken. It makes any heavy meal feel lighter with its crisp, light flavors -- definitely a favorite in our family.

Provided by Kris10 in CA

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup distilled white vinegar
⅓ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon salt
2 pounds cucumbers - halved, seeded, and sliced
½ cup finely chopped red onion
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts
2 sprigs fresh mint sprigs

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, sugar, coriander, red pepper flakes, and salt in a salad bowl until the sugar is dissolved. Stir in the cucumbers, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and chopped mint, and toss to coat with dressing. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to blend the flavors.
  • Before serving, toss again with chopped peanuts, and garnish with sprigs of fresh mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 299 mg, Sugar 22.6 g

THAI-STYLE CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a great side dish for any kind of grilled and glazed meat. It is also perfect as an entree for a light dinner.

Provided by Michael Alejandro Genao

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup tamarind juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped peanuts
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon fish sauce
¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon toasted Asian sesame oil
¾ teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
1 cucumber, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk together the tamarind juice, cilantro, peanuts, rice vinegar, brown sugar, fish sauce, red pepper flakes, sesame oil, and ginger in a large bowl. Stir in the cucumber. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 223.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

AJAD (AUTHENTIC THAI CUCUMBER SALAD)



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This fresh pickle is the classic accompaniment to many deep-fried and barbequed Thai appetizers and some curries. It's best made a few hours before serving.

Provided by Toi

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup white vinegar
¼ cup water
4 tablespoons white sugar, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons salt
6 cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
3 shallots, thinly sliced
2 Thai bird's eye chiles, halved lengthwise

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook until sugar and salt are dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning so the pickling liquid is pleasantly sweet, sour, and lightly salty.
  • Combine cucumbers, shallots, and chile peppers in a large bowl. Cover with pickling liquid. Refrigerate for a few hours to let flavors combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 590.4 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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This sweet and tangy summer salad of cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts with just a hint of heat is always a hit at picnics and potlucks since it doesn't need to be refrigerated and you're pretty much guaranteed to be the only one bringing this dish!

Provided by camp0433

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon salt
½ cup white sugar
½ cup rice wine vinegar
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
¼ cup chopped cilantro
½ cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Toss the cucumbers with the salt in a colander, and leave in the sink to drain for 30 minutes. Rinse with cold water, then drain and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk together the sugar and vinegar in a mixing bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Add the cucumbers, jalapeno peppers, and cilantro; toss to combine. Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1750.8 mg, Sugar 29.5 g

THAI CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD



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This is a delicious light summer salad that is a little on the sweet side rather than than the tangy-vinegary side.

Provided by Sherriel

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large cucumber
2 tomatoes, seeded and cut into wedges
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon white sugar, or to taste
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Peel the cucumber in stripes lengthwise with a vegetable peeler, alternating skinned stripes with peel for a decorative effect. Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, and then thinly slice. Place the cucumber in a salad bowl with the tomato and red onion, and mix together.
  • Pour the rice vinegar and lime juice into a separate bowl, and stir in the sugar until dissolved. Pour the dressing over the salad;mix, cover, and refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes. Just before serving, stir in the cilantro and sprinkle with chopped peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Tips:

- Use a variety of colors and textures of vegetables to make your salad visually appealing. - Cut the vegetables into thin, uniform slices so that they will cook evenly. - Use a sharp knife to cut the vegetables so that they will not tear or bruise. - If you are using a food processor to slice the vegetables, be careful not to over-process them, or they will become mushy. - Add the dressing to the salad just before serving, so that the vegetables will not absorb too much of it and become soggy. - Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Asian cucumber salad is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and healthy Asian cucumber salad that your family and friends will love.

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