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Spicy Cucumber Salad

Spicy Cucumber Salad

Spicy cucumber salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its delightful blend of cool cucumbers and a zesty kick of heat. This salad is a celebration of simplicity, using minimal ingredients to create a burst of flavor that awakens the senses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 0.04 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1-2 fresh red or green chili peppers, thinly sliced (seeds removed for milder heat,if desired)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (for a vegan option)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon roasted peanuts, crushed (for added crunch)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Cucumbers: Wash the cucumbers thoroughly, and then slice them thinly. You can use a mandoline or a sharp knife for this step. Place the sliced cucumbers in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the Red Onion: Peel the red onion and thinly slice it. Add the sliced red onion to the mixing bowl with the cucumbers.
  • Spiceit up: Thinly slice the fresh chili peppers, removing the seeds for a milderflavor, if desired. Add the sliced chili peppers to the bowl.
  • Fresh Herbs: Wash and chop the fresh cilantro and mint. Add them to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients.
  • Create the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice,rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option), salt, and black pepper to create the zesty dressing.
  • Combine the Ingredients: Pour the dressing over the cucumbers, onion, chili peppers,and herbs in the mixing bowl. Toss everything together until the dressing evenly coats all the ingredients.
  • Optional Crunch: For an added crunch, sprinkle crushed roasted peanuts over the salad.
  • Ready to Serve: Transfer the spicy cucumber salad to a serving dish or individual plates. Garnish with extra chopped cilantro or mint for a fresh touch.
  • Enjoy: Savor the delightful mix of refreshing cucumbers and zesty spices in this simple and unique spicy cucumber salad. Serve it as a zingy side dish or a delicious appetizer to complement a variety of meals.

Notes

Note: Adjust the spiciness to your liking by using more or fewer chili peppers and customize the sweetness with the honey or maple syrup according to your taste preferences. This salad is best enjoyed immediately, but you can refrigerate any leftovers for a day or two.