Sesame Cucumber Salad

• Cucumber2 medium
• Salt1/2 tsp
• Sesame Seed Oil2 tsp
• Rice Vinegar2 tablespoons
• Basil Leaves6
• Red Chilli Flakes1/2 tsp
• Sesame Seed2 tsp

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep the cucumbers: Peel the cucumbers.

2. 2

   Cut them into quarters, lengthwise. (If the seeds are bitter, scrape out the seeds and discard.) Cut the cucumbers again, crosswise, into 1/2-inch thick pieces.

3. 3

   Toss the salad: Place cucumbers into a serving bowl.

4. 4

   Sprinkle with salt.

5. 5

   Toss with sesame oil, seasoned rice vinegar, basil (if using), and chili flakes.

6. 6

   Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if using.