Japanese Cucumber Salad

By Ellan

Ingredients

• 2 med. cucumbers or large English cucumber
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 teas. sugar
• 1/4 teas. salt
• 2 tab. sesame seeds, toasted

Preparation

Step 1

Peel cucumbers to leave alternating green stripes. Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise; scrape the seeds out with a spoon. Using a food processor or sharp knife, cut into very thin slices. Place in a double layer of paper towel and squeeze gently to remove any excess moisture.

Combine vinegar, sugar and salt in a med. bowl, stirring to dissolve. add the cucumbers and sesame seeds; toss well to combine. Serve immediately.