Refreshing cucumber salad with tangy sesame, rice vinegar dressing, green onions, and a hint of fresh ginger.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
→ Dressing
03 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
04 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
05 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
06 - 1 teaspoon sugar or maple syrup
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
10 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
→ Garnish
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
13 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
# How to Make:
01 - Place sliced cucumbers in a large bowl. Sprinkle with sea salt and toss to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then gently squeeze and drain off any liquid.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, ginger, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves completely.
03 - Add the dressing and sliced green onions to the prepared cucumbers. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
04 - Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and red pepper flakes.
05 - Serve immediately, or chill for 10 to 15 minutes to enhance flavor development before serving.
