Cucumber Salad

This refreshing Vegan Thai Cucumber Salad is a vibrant mix of crisp cucumbers, zesty lime, and fragrant herbs, making it the perfect appetizer for hot days. With a delightful balance of flavors, it's a light and healthy way to start any meal.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 2 medium, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 15 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Agave syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Start by washing the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the cucumbers and halve the cherry tomatoes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, agave syrup, and chili flakes to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to combine.
5. Add the chopped cilantro and mint to the salad, mixing well.
6. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top just before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 90
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in hydration due to the water content in cucumbers.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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