10-Minute Asian Cucumber Salad

Ingredients

• 1 large cucumber (thinly sliced)
• 1 small garlic clove (minced)
• 2-3 scallions (thinly sliced)
• 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 Tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 Tablespoons canola oil ({or other neutral oil, such as sunflower, grapeseed, or avocado oil))
• 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, combine cucumber, garlic, scallions and cilantro.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, whisk vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Pour over the cucumber mixture and toss to coat evenly.

3. 3

   Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

4. 4

   Enjoy!