Fresh cucumbers meet Asian dressing with sesame, fish sauce, and ginger for a savory, tangy side.
# 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 required)
10 - 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
11 - 1 garlic clove, finely minced
12 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
13 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
→ Garnish
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
# Method:
01 - Place cucumber, red onion, carrot, scallions, and cilantro in a spacious mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey or sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced chili if using.
03 - Pour dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly until the salad is evenly coated.
04 - Allow salad to rest for a minimum of 10 minutes so flavors can integrate.
05 - Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds just before serving.
