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Cucumber and Peanut Butter Salad

Cucumber and Peanut Butter Salad: A Cool No-Cook Delight

This Cucumber and Peanut Butter Salad is a refreshing, no-cook dish that's quick to prepare, combining crisp cucumbers with a creamy peanut butter dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 whole Cucumbers Crisp and refreshing; slice them thin for optimal texture.
  • ¼ cup Peanut Butter Provides creaminess; feel free to substitute with almond butter.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar (Rice or Apple Cider) Balances the flavors with acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Imparts a delightful nutty aroma; olive oil is a lighter alternative.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs or salad fork

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by washing two fresh cucumbers under cool running water. Once clean, slice them into thin rounds or half-moons, aiming for about ¼-inch thickness. Place the sliced cucumbers in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Mix until smooth.
  3. Pour the peanut butter dressing over the sliced cucumbers in the mixing bowl. Gently toss the ingredients together until every slice is evenly coated.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. After chilling, toss the salad lightly once more to recoat the cucumbers, then transfer it to a serving dish. Enjoy it cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, slice cucumbers thinly and let the salad chill before serving to enhance its refreshing qualities.

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