Ajar Thai Salad Recipe

This vibrant Ajar Thai Salad is a light and flavorful delight, perfect for a hot day or a healthy side dish. Quick to prep, this recipe requires only 15 minutes of active cooking before a 3-hour chill in the fridge. The result? A refreshing salad bursting with the sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors of Thailand.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 190 mins
Calories 76 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Ajar Thai Salad

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How to Make Ajar Thai Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
  2. Wash and quarter 1 medium cucumber lengthwise.
  3. Gently scoop out and discard the seeds from the cucumber quarters.
  4. Slice the cucumber quarters crosswise into 1/8-inch thick slices.
  5. Add the sliced cucumber, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 1-2 Thai chili peppers, finely minced (adjust to your spice preference), to the vinegar dressing.
  6. Gently toss all ingredients until the cucumber and onions are evenly coated with the dressing.
  7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even flavor distribution.
  8. Serve the chilled Ajar Thai Salad over a bed of your favorite greens. Garnish with extra cilantro and chili flakes (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ajar Thai Salad?

Ajar Thai Salad takes about 205 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 190 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ajar Thai Salad?

Ajar Thai Salad has approximately 76 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ajar Thai Salad?

The key ingredients for Ajar Thai Salad are Rice Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Ground Black Pepper, Cucumber, Red Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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