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japanese cucumber salad

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
LINDA BAILEY
@miffed13
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI

This Japanese inspired cool, crisp salad is as elegant and well balanced as it is simple.

(1 rating)
yield 4 (1 cup each)
prep time 15 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For japanese cucumber salad

  • 2 md
    cucumbers, or 1 large english cucumber
  • 1/4 c
    rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp
    sugar or splenda
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 2 Tbsp
    sesame seeds, toasted

How To Make japanese cucumber salad

  • 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.
  • 2
    Place in a double layer of paper towel and squeeze gently to remove any excess moisture. Combine vinegar,sugar and salt in a medium bowl,stirring to dissolve. Add the cucumbers and sesame seeds. Toss well to combine. Serve immediately.
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