Vibrant cucumber salad with Asian-inspired dressing, sesame oil, and tangy notes for a lively appetizer.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 required)
10 - 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
11 - 1 garlic clove, finely minced
12 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
13 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
→ Garnish
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
# How to Make It:
01 - Place sliced cucumbers, red onion, carrot, scallions, and cilantro into a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk rice vinegar, sesame oil, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey or sugar, garlic, ginger, and chili until fully blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure an even coating.
04 - Allow the salad to sit for a minimum of 10 minutes at room temperature to enhance flavor integration.
05 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad immediately prior to serving.
