Amp up your salad game with this Thai-inspired creation! Crisp cucumber slices are tossed with red onion, tangy peanuts, and cilantro in an umami-packed, tangy, and spicy dressing. This salad is a perfect accompaniment to any Thai dish or great as a light, refreshing dish all on its own. It's a flavor explosion you won't want to miss!
Slice the cucumbers thinly and place them in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and add them to the salad mix.
Chop a handful of fresh cilantro leaves and sprinkle over the salad.
In a separate small bowl, combine the lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
Add red chili flakes to the dressing to taste, depending on how spicy you want the salad to be.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.