Refreshing and Light Pacific Rim Cucumber Salad Recipe

This Pacific Rim Cucumber Salad is a perfect blend of crunchy cucumbers, tangy rice vinegar, and fragrant sesame oil, with a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. It's a refreshing and light salad that is perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish for Asian-inspired meals.

Ingredients

• 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes.
2. Toss the cucumbers until they are well coated with the dressing.
3. Add in the green onions and toasted sesame seeds, and mix well.
4. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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