An invigorating and refreshing cucumber salad with a unique sesame ginger twist. Perfect for summer days and a healthy addition to your meal. Enhance your palate with this easy-to-make, low-calorie dish.
This salad combines the freshness of cucumbers with the bold flavors of sesame and ginger, inspired by Asian cuisine but adapted for a modern, health-conscious audience.
2 large cucumbers
1/4 cup sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 green onions, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
1. Peel the cucumbers and slice them thinly.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic.
3. Add the cucumber slices to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
4. Sprinkle sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and green onions on top.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss again.
6. Chill the salad for at least 20 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
This salad is best enjoyed cold and does not require reheating.
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