Sesame Cucumber Salad

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Sesame Cucumber Salad

Ingredients

  • Cucumber· 2 medium
  • Salt· 1/2 tsp
  • Sesame Seed Oil· 2 tsp
  • Rice Vinegar· 2 tablespoons
  • Basil Leaves· 6
  • Red Chilli Flakes· 1/2 tsp
  • Sesame Seed· 2 tsp

Instructions

Prep the cucumbers: 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. Toss the salad: 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.