Thai Marinated Cucumbers

Elevate your side dishes with the crisp and refreshing flavors of Thai Marinated Cucumbers! This quick and easy recipe marries the cool crunch of thinly sliced cucumbers with a tangy marinade of rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil, perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness and a hint of heat from red chili flakes. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and optional fresh cilantro, this vibrant dish is ready in just 10 minutes of prep time and perfect for serving chilled as a light appetizer or a zesty side at your next meal. It's an effortless way to bring authentic Thai-inspired flavors to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium cucumber
• 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the cucumbers. Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds. Place them in a large bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, granulated sugar, water, soy sauce, sesame oil, red chili flakes, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the sliced cucumbers and gently toss to coat the cucumbers evenly.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For a stronger flavor, marinate for up to 1 hour.

Step 5

Before serving, sprinkle the marinated cucumbers with toasted sesame seeds. If desired, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro for a burst of color and freshness.

Step 6

Serve chilled as a side dish or a light appetizer. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	543.6 grams (543.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	323

Total Fat 17.90g	23%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 805mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate 41.70g	15%
Dietary Fiber 3.10g	11%
Total Sugars 31.70g
Protein 4.40g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 648mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 48.3%