Sesame Cucumber Salad

• servings: 6 servings
• active time: 15 minutes
• total time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

⅓ cup rice vinegar ($0.65*)

2 Tbsp granulated sugar ($0.04)

½ tsp toasted sesame oil ($0.06)

¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes ($0.01)

½ tsp salt ($0.04)

2 large cucumbers ($1.56)

3 green onions ($0.32)

¼ cup peanuts (chopped, $0.20)

Directions

Combine

In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, crushed red pepper, and salt. Set the dressing aside.

Slice

Peel and slice the cucumber using your favorite method (see photos below for my technique). Place the sliced cucumbers in a large bowl.

Chop the peanuts into smaller pieces. Slice the green onions.

Assemble

Add the peanuts, green onions, and dressing to the sliced cucumbers. Stir to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat. Give the salad a brief stir before serving to redistribute the dressing and flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 69 kcal
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 7 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1 g
• Protein: 2 g