Carrot Cucumber Salad with Roasted Peanuts

Carrot cucumber salad with roasted peanuts, chili crisp, sesame and maple syrup. Ready in 10 minutes with no cooking.

Recipe Source Link:https://www.mygingergarlickitchen.com/carrot-cucumber-salad/

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» For Carrot Cucumber Salad

• 1 large cucumber
• 1 large carrot
• 1 red onion
• 2 spring onions
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chili crisp
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, plus more for garnish
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili sauce
• ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ¼ cup roasted peanuts, roughly crushed, plus more for garnish

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» For making Carrot Cucumber Salad

1. Slice the cucumber diagonally, then cut it into thin strips. Peel the carrot and cut it into thin strips similar to the cucumber.
2. Thinly slice the red onion and diagonally slice the spring onion greens.
3. Smash and finely chop the garlic. Chop the cilantro.
4. Add the cucumber, carrot, red onion, spring onion greens, garlic, and cilantro to a large mixing bowl.
5. Add the lemon juice and chili crisp. Then add the toasted sesame seeds and toasted sesame oil.
6. Now add the maple syrup, salt, and sriracha or chili sauce (if using). Then add the roasted crushed peanuts. Toss well until everything is evenly coated .
7. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro, extra chili crisp, toasted crushed peanuts, and sesame seeds. Your delicious Asian Carrot Cucumber Salad is ready. Serve immediately as a side with noodles, tofu, or rice, or enjoy it as a light meal.

RECIPE NOTES

1. For the best crunch, use a firm, fresh cucumber and carrot.
2. Adjust the chili crisp and sriracha according to your preferred spice level.
3. The salad is best served immediately after tossing while the vegetables are crisp.
4. You can prepare the vegetables ahead of time, but add the dressing just before serving for the best texture.

NUTRITION (Per Serving)

Calories: 190kcal | Fat: 13.3g | Carbohydrates: 15.2g | Protein: 3.8g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Sodium: 112.3mg

Nutritional information is meant to serve as a helpful guide and is approximate. Actual values may vary depending on ingredients and preparation.