Refreshing cucumber mix with Asian-inspired dressing, sesame, and fresh cilantro. Perfectly light and flavorful.
# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
04 - 2 scallions, finely sliced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
08 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce, gluten-free if needed
10 - 1 teaspoon honey or granulated sugar
11 - 1 garlic clove, finely minced
12 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
13 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
→ Garnish
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
# Method:
01 - Add cucumbers, red onion, carrot, scallions, and cilantro to a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey (or sugar), minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili if desired.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
04 - Allow salad to rest for at least 10 minutes to develop flavor.
05 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad immediately before serving.
