Description
Miso Cucumber Salad with Shallot & Roasted Peanuts is a refreshing dish bursting with flavor and texture. The crisp cucumbers, savory miso dressing, and crunchy peanuts create a delightful harmony that’s perfect for summer gatherings or as a light meal. This quick and easy salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers endless customization options, making it a must-try recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sliced English cucumbers (about 2 medium cucumbers)
- 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers.
- Peel and slice shallots into thin rings.
- In a bowl, whisk together miso paste, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, shallots, and peanuts.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently.
- Let sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg