Sesame Cucumber Salad

• 2 medium Cucumber
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 2 tsp Sesame Seed Oil
• 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
• 6 Basil Leaves
• 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Flakes
• 2 tsp Sesame Seed

Preparation

1. Prep the cucumbers: Peel the cucumbers.
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. Toss the salad: Place cucumbers into a serving bowl.
4. Sprinkle with salt.
5. Toss with sesame oil, seasoned rice vinegar, basil (if using), and chili flakes.
6. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if using.