Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe

Top down image of a shallow white bowl filled with Thai Cucumber Salad. Chopped cilantro and sesame seeds are sprinkled on top.

This refreshing Thai Cucumber Salad has all the tangy umami flavor you could hope for. Made with crisp cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing, it’s a quick and easy side dish that pairs perfectly with all your summer meals.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Thai

Keyword keto cucumber salad, thai cucumber salad

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 99kcal

Ingredients

Dressing:

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce use Red Boat brand for Paleo
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tsp tamari or soy sauce
1 clove garlic minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Salad:

1 lb cucumbers
1 medium green onion sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, sesame oil, tamari, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
Slice the cucumbers into 1/4 inch thick slices using a sharp knife or a mandolin slicer. Transfer to a bowl and add the green onion.
Add dressing just before serving and toss to combine. Sprinkle with the chopped cilantro and sesame seeds.

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