Asian Cucumber Salad

Sliced cucumbers and red chile peppers are tossed with a rice vinegar and sesame oil dressing.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 110 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
• ½ cup rice vinegar
• 2 cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
• 4 fresh red chile peppers, sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Put the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt; set aside to drain for 1 hour.

Step 2

Whisk the vinegar and sugar together until the sugar is dissolved; add the sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds; stir.

Step 3

Rinse salt off the cucumber slices by running under cold water; place in a large bowl with the sliced red chile peppers. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat. Serve immediately.