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Refreshing Thai Cucumber Salad

A crisp and cooling cucumber salad that is the perfect side dish for any spicy meal.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Thai· August 9, 2026
Refreshing Thai Cucumber Salad
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
10 minutes
Serves
4

This simple salad is a staple in my house whenever I serve anything with a bit of heat. The cool crunch of the cucumber paired with a bright, tangy dressing is exactly what you need to balance out big flavors.

It takes only a few minutes to throw together, and it tastes even better if you let it sit in the fridge for a little while before eating. Just make sure to slice your cucumbers thinly so they soak up all that delicious dressing.

Ingredients

  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until the sugar is completely dissolved.

  2. 2

    Place the sliced cucumbers and red onion into a medium mixing bowl.

  3. 3

    Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss well to coat every slice.

  4. 4

    Garnish the salad with fresh cilantro and red pepper flakes if you like a little extra kick.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for twenty minutes for the best flavor.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. If the cucumbers release too much liquid, just give the salad a quick toss before serving it again.

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