The summer season is a great time to introduce simple and lighter meals to your table, but without skimping out on the nutrients you need to keep you active while you’re on the go. A quick but flavorful salad is a great way to do that.
Cucumbers are delicious anytime, but their cool, crispy charms are especially welcome in the sweltering heat of summer. In this Asian salad, they’re flavored with a hint of sesame and chopped peanuts. This salad has been served to crowds of people over the years, and it’s always gotten rave reviews.
Overview:
Yield: 6 servings Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
4 cups cucumbers, sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons Bragg Liquid Aminos, or 1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon peanuts, finely chopped, or ½ tablespoon peanut butter
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, roasted
¼ cup red or sweet onion, finely sliced
Instructions:
Mix all ingredients together and serve.
Nutritional Data:
calories 33.23, fat 1.59g, sat fat 0.17g, cholesterol 0mg, sodium 17.64mg, carbohydrates 4.01g, fiber 0.82g, sugars 1.62g, protein 1.38g
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