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Asian Cucumber Sesame Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and flavorful Asian Cucumber Sesame Salad that combines crisp cucumbers with a tangy and slightly sweet sesame dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or appetizer, this salad is quick to prepare and packed with vibrant flavors and textures.

Ingredients

Salad

  • 2 large English cucumbers (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion (thinly sliced)

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Salt the Cucumbers: Place the thinly sliced cucumbers in a colander and toss them evenly with 1/2 tablespoon of kosher salt. Allow them to sit for 15-30 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels to prevent sogginess in the salad.
  2. Prepare the Dressing and Combine: In a small bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, low sodium soy sauce or tamari, fresh lime juice, toasted sesame oil, honey, grated fresh ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined. Pour this flavorful vinaigrette over the drained cucumbers in a large bowl and toss to coat the slices evenly.
  3. Garnish and Chill: Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onion over the salad. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the salad to become chilled.

Notes

  • Use English cucumbers for their thin skin and fewer seeds, which make the salad more pleasant in texture.
  • Adjust the honey for sweetness according to taste or substitute with agave syrup for a vegan version.
  • For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
  • This salad is best served chilled but can be made a few hours ahead for convenience.
  • To toast sesame seeds, dry roast them in a skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

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