When a meal needs something fresh, crunchy, and vibrant to balance richer dishes, this Thai cucumber salad is exactly the answer. Crisp cucumbers are tossed in a bright dressing made with rice vinegar, lime juice, fish (or soy) sauce, and a touch of sugar for a classic Thai balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy.
It’s the kind of salad that appears alongside grilled meats and satay across Thailand, offering a cool contrast to smoky or spicy dishes. Best of all, it takes only minutes to prepare and uses simple ingredients that pack a lot of flavor.
Serve it with grilled chicken, sticky rice, or noodles, or keep it in the fridge for a quick, refreshing side on warm days.
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Thai Cucumber Salad 18,100/47
Asian Cucumber Salad 8,100/43
Asian Cucumber Salad Spicy 1,900/32
Cucumber Mint Salad 1,000/33
