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Keto Smashed Cucumbers With Whipped Tahini


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By ‘smacking’ the cucumbers in this refreshing side dish you create more rough surfaces to better soak up the spicy sauce. It makes a great accompaniment to grilled chicken or skewered steak. Feel free to use more chilli sauce if you want it really spicy or less chilli oil if you prefer it milder. Whipped tahini is creamy, nutty, richly satiating and comes together in a snap using a stick blender.

 
SaladWhipped Tahini
  • 500 g Baby cucumbers
  • 1/2 tsp Sea salt
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha (or chilli sauce of your choice)
  • 40 ml Chilli oil
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 Chilli pepper, seeds removed and finely chopped
  • 35 g Roasted salted peanuts, crushed
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds, toasted
  • 2 tbsp Mint leaves, julienned
  • 150 g Tahini
  • 3 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly pressed
  • 1 clove Garlic, chopped
  • 1 tsp Sea salt
  • 50 ml Extra virgin olive oil
  • 80 ml Ice cold water
  1. Put the cucumber onto a chopping board and use the side of a cleaver or a rolling pin to smash the cucumbers. Chop the cucumbers into bite-size pieces and sprinkle with sea salt. Set aside for 1 hour to draw out the juices.
  2. Rinse off salt, drain very well, then add to a large bowl with remaining ingredients. Toss and season. Set aside for 15 minutes to allow the flavours to develop.
  3. Meanwhile prepare the whipped tahini. Place all ingredients in a blender. Whiz until smooth. Spread whipped tahini on a serving plate. Top with cucumber mixture and serve. Drizzle with extra chilli oil if desired.

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28 comments:

Cooking Julia 25/1/23 22:34

I love the whipped tahini, taht must be delicious!

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Lola Martínez 25/1/23 22:38

Para mi sería muy picante, pero está la opción de rebajarlo. Por lo demás es una guarnición original y fresca.

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DEZMOND 25/1/23 23:13

But how can one smack a baby cucumber, it is just a lil' baby??? Poor baby cucumber....

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Tom 26/1/23 00:49

...Tahini is another ingredient that I had to search for.

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Brian's Home Blog 26/1/23 01:06

That sounds absolutely delicious!

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J.P. Alexander 26/1/23 01:19

Gracias por la receta. Se ve rica. Te mando un beso.

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Anonymous 26/1/23 01:46

sounds wonderful I love both cucumbers and tahini. It's Judee from Gluten-Free A-Z Blog

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foodtravelandwine 26/1/23 03:09

What a wonderful idea!!....I would love to try a big portion!!.......Abrazotes, Marcela

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savorthebest 26/1/23 05:44

That whipped tahini sounds amazing.

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Javier 26/1/23 08:49

I’ve never eaten cucumbers cooked this way, I think it’s a very original recipe

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roentare 26/1/23 10:49

The cucumbers look so delish! I would need to try your recipe

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Anonymous 26/1/23 13:30

Hi Angie, this is a delicious looking dish. It reminds me of an Ottolenghei dish I had at the Food Festival. Whipping the tahini makes it extra special. Bernadette, New Classic Recipe

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Whats Cookin Italian Style Cuisine 26/1/23 13:30

I love everything about this dish sounds great!

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Eva Taylor 26/1/23 14:13

That whipped tahini dressing sounds wonderful.

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thepaintedapron.com 26/1/23 14:16

Interesting way to do the cucumbers and the dressing sounds lovely!

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speedy70 26/1/23 17:51

;Molto invitante e gustoso questo piatto!

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Bill 26/1/23 19:50

I've never had whipped tahini.

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Raymund 26/1/23 21:22

This sounds really good!

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Rainbow Evening 27/1/23 06:16

I should try Keto diet....
your food looks tasty...

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Nancy Chan 27/1/23 09:11

Looks yummy. Some ingredients are new to me.

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Balvinder 27/1/23 16:04

Love this interesting recipe. Pinning it to try in summer when I have lots of cucumbers.

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David 27/1/23 18:28

Angie, I'd have to peel the cucumbers to lessen the amount of Vitamin K for me to be able to eat this very attractive salad. Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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Marissa 27/1/23 20:08

Love these tangy, spicy cucumbers, Angie! And whipped tahini sounds amazing.

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Hannah 28/1/23 21:42

Smashed cucumbers are the best way to marinate and infuse flavors! I love that combination of spicy dressing and cooling whipped tahini, what a winning recipe.

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Anonymous 31/1/23 06:27

I smash all sorts of vegetables for roasting, but have never thought of this. I'm trying it for sure. Thank you for the delicious idea. And as always, the presentation and photos are perfection. :-) ~Valentina

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tigerfish 1/2/23 17:29

The smashed cucumber salad is already so good on its own.

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