Dumpling Salad with Smashed Cucumbers and Peanut Dressing
This Dumpling Salad combines crispy potstickers, smashed cucumbers, and a rich peanut dressing for a fresh take on comfort food. Perfect as a main dish or a side, it’s quick to make and packed with flavor.
Chopped roasted peanuts or toasted sesame seedsfor garnish
Chili crisp or chili oiloptional
For the dressing
¼cupsmooth peanut butter
¼cupwater
¼cupsoy sauce
1tablespoonrice vinegar
1tablespoonsesame oil
2tablespoonssugar
2teaspoonsminced fresh ginger
1 to 2tablespoonschili crisp
Instructions
Prep the cucumbers: Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise, then cut them into 2-inch pieces. Smash them with the flat side of a knife or rolling pin. Place in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let sit in the sink or over a bowl to drain for about 10 minutes while you make the dressing and prep the dumplings.
Make the dressing: In a bowl, whisk the peanut butter with water until smooth. Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, and chili crisp. Whisk until smooth.
Cook the dumplings: Heat the oil in a large skillet. Arrange the potstickers flat-side down in a single layer. Cook until golden on the bottom, then add a splash of water and cover to steam until cooked through.
Assemble the salad: Divide dumplings and cucumbers onto plates. Drizzle with peanut dressing and garnish with cilantro, peanuts, and chili crisp as desired. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
Notes
1. Use English or Persian cucumbers for the best texture.2. Adjust the spice level of the dressing by adding more or less chili crisp.3. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days but the salad is best served fresh.