Citrusy Cucumber Salad with Cilantro and Peanuts

Pickles are mixed with slices for onion and peanut pieces in a bowl.
Prep time
1.5 hours

A refreshing salad that is the perfect way one to use up some cucumbers and/or pickles! Great to make with the leftovers from Dill Pickle Lemonade.

 

Recipe Credit: Chef Jacob Schroeder with Crafted Food Services

Categories
Soups / Salads
Recipe by
Chef Jacob Schroeder with Crafted Food Services
Ingredients
  • 4 cups reserved cucumbers/pickle from making lemonade
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups cilantro leaves and stems, chopped
  • 1/2 cup crushed peanuts
Featured Iowa Ingredients
Cucumbers
Herbs
Onions
Directions
  1. Reserve 2 tablespoons of crushed peanuts and a few sprigs of cilantro
  2. Combine the remaining ingredients and allow to marinate in the fridge for at least an hour
  3. Before serving, top the salad with the reserved peanuts and cilantro.
  4. Enjoy cold or room temperature

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