Asian-Inspired Cucumbers with a Kick

Description

Get a taste of the Orient with these quick and easy cucumbers which have nice presentation and a little kick of heat to make them interesting. Serve as a side salad or a main course by adding some chicken or grilled shrimp.

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup rice vinegar
• ½ lime, juiced
• 1 ½ teaspoons honey
• 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
• 1 teaspoon peanut butter
• ½ teaspoon minced garlic
• ½ teaspoon sesame oil
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ½ teaspoon sriracha sauce
• ½ large red onion
• 2 cucumbers, unpeeled
• 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts, or to taste
• ½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced, or to taste (Optional)

Prep Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 15 mins

Servings: 4