Description
A refreshing and crunchy cucumber peanut salad with a hint of spice, perfect for a healthy snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely crushed
- 1 green chili, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Peel (if desired) and thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds or half-moons.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumber slices with crushed peanuts, green chili, and chopped cilantro.
- Add salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using), and mix well.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve immediately for best crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Use English or Persian cucumbers for fewer seeds and more crunch.
- Adjust chili according to your spice preference.
- Add grated coconut for a South Indian variation.
- Can be chilled for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg