Sesame Cucumber Salad

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Instructions

1. 1

   Prep the cucumbers: Peel the cucumbers.

2. 2

   Cut them into quarters, lengthwise.

3. 3

   (If the seeds are bitter, scrape out the seeds and discard.) Cut the cucumbers again, crosswise, into 1/2-inch thick pieces.

4. 4

   Toss the salad: Place cucumbers into a serving bowl.

5. 5

   Sprinkle with salt.

6. 6

   Toss with sesame oil, seasoned rice vinegar, basil (if using), and chili flakes.

7. 7

   Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if using.

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