asian · 0 min · serves 4

Sesame Cucumber Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cucumber_unit cucumber
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 6 basil_unit fresh basil
• 0.5 tsp chili powder
• 2 tsp sesame seed

Method

1. Prep the cucumbers:
2. Peel the cucumbers. Cut them into quarters, lengthwise. (If the seeds are bitter, scrape out the seeds and discard.) Cut the cucumbers again, crosswise, into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
3. Toss the salad:
4. Place cucumbers into a serving bowl. Sprinkle with salt. Toss with sesame oil, seasoned rice vinegar, basil (if using), and chili flakes. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if using.