Ingredients
Scale
To bring this delightful salad to life, you’ll need a handful of fresh ingredients. Here’s what you’ll gather:
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 3 medium carrots, julienned
- 1 red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
If you prefer a slightly different flavor profile, you can substitute the cilantro with mint for a cooler taste or add a dash of chili flakes for a hint of heat.
Instructions
Let’s bring this salad to life with these simple steps:
- Begin by preparing your vegetables. Peel and slice the cucumbers, julienne the carrots, and finely slice the red onion. Mama Lou always said that the secret to a good salad is in the uniformity of the cuts, ensuring each bite is perfectly balanced.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, carrots, and red onion. Toss gently to mix the vegetables evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. The dressing should be tangy and slightly sweet.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mix, tossing lightly to coat everything evenly. Add in the chopped cilantro and roasted peanuts, giving the salad one final toss.
- Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes before serving. This resting period lets the flavors meld beautifully, a trick I learned from watching Mama Lou prepare her legendary salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
