Thai cucumber salsa
Discover the refreshing flavors of Thai cuisine with this vibrant cucumber salsa recipe. Featuring a zesty blend of fish sauce, lime, brown sugar, fresh cucumbers, scallions, red hot chili peppers, and spearmint, this dish is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy. Ideal as a side or a topping, it’s a delicious way to add a kick to your meal.
- 03 Jun 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 4 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Thai cucumber salsa is a fresh and vibrant dish that combines the crispness of cucumbers with the bold flavors of fish sauce, lime, and chili peppers. It's a perfect side dish or topping for grilled meats and fish, adding a refreshing and spicy kick to your meal. Easy to prepare, this salsa can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for maximum flavor infusion.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and salsa sauce.
- Stir the mixture until the brown sugar is fully dissolved and all ingredients are well combined.
- Wash and dice the cucumbers into small cubes. If desired, you can peel the cucumbers before dicing them.
- Thinly slice the scallions.
- Finely chop the red hot chili peppers. Be sure to wear gloves or wash your hands thoroughly afterward to avoid irritation.
- Chop the spearmint leaves.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, sliced scallions, chopped chili peppers, and chopped spearmint.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture.
- Gently toss all ingredients together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more fish sauce or lime juice as desired.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional spearmint leaves if desired.
- Allow the salsa to chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve cold as an accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or as a refreshing salad.
Tips:
- Choose firm, fresh cucumbers for the best texture in your salsa.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers to suit your preferred spice level.
- Allow the salsa to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor, and don't skip the zest for added citrusy notes.
- Add the spearmint just before serving to keep its flavor and texture vibrant.
This Thai cucumber salsa is not only easy to make but also offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures. The combination of crisp cucumbers, spicy chili peppers, and tangy lime creates a unique and refreshing dish that complements a variety of main courses. Enjoy this salsa as a vibrant topping for your favorite dishes or on its own as a zesty side.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 200 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 70kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.86g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 18g | 5% |
| Fiber 1.72g | 5% |
| Sugar 12g | 12% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 0.27g | 0% |
| Saturated 0.06g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 18ug | 2% |
| Choline 13mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 0.07mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.64mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.21mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B9 22ug | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 0.04ug | 2% |
| Vitamin C 40mg | 43% |
| Vitamin E 0.26mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 24ug | 20% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 40mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.10mg | 11% |
| Iron, Fe 0.82mg | 7% |
| Magnesium, Mg 36mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus, P 50mg | 4% |
| Potassium, K 360mg | 11% |
| Selenium, Se 1.35ug | 2% |
| Sodium, Na 620mg | 41% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.37mg | 3% |
| Water | |
| Water 170g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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