Cucumber Salad, Asian

Portion Size: 1/2 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1/4 Cup rice vinegar 
1 tablespoon sesame oil 
4-6 Persian cucumbersWashed, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sliced scallionsPeeled, washed, thinly sliced, and separated into rings
1/2 teaspoon salt 
¼ cup cilantro, freshWashed, trimmed and chopped or 2 teaspoons dried
¼ teaspoon ground gingerOr ½ teaspoon minced fresh
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
¼ teaspoon chili paste (optional) 

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Stir together rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, cilantro and ginger.
2Add cucumber, and onion slices and toss to coat.  
3Cover and chill. Toss with sesame seeds. 
4Stir before serving.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates