Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe

Here’s a refreshing and easy Asian Cucumber Salad recipe for you:

Ingredients

• 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes for a bit of heat

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cucumbers and Onion:
   • Thinly slice the cucumbers and red onion. You can use a mandoline for even slices.
2. Make the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Combine:
   • In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and red onion.
   • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to coat.
4. Add Final Touches:
   • Add toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro to the salad. Toss again to mix everything well.
   • Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you like a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes.
5. Chill:
   • Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the salad chilled as a refreshing side dish.

Enjoy your Asian Cucumber Salad!