Japanese Cucumber Sunomono

Cucumber sunomono is a tasty Japanese cucumber salad made with just a few easy-to-find ingredients. Serve this as a Japanese appetizer, or as a salad or side dish to pair with any meal. Nice for a summer BBQ!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 49 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 4 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, or to taste
• 5 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 large cucumbers

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Peel 4 strips off each cucumber using a vegetable peeler, leaving some of the peel in place for a striped look. Slice off the ends and cut cucumbers in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Slice cucumbers into very thin slices using a mandoline, or carefully with a knife. Place in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Stir until well combined and set aside for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, whisk sugar, ginger, vinegar, and soy sauce in a bowl until well combined.

Step 4

Squeeze excess liquid out of cucumbers using your hands or a clean tea towel. Toss cucumbers with the dressing. Stir well and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.

Step 5

Just before serving, sprinkle each portion with sesame seeds. Enjoy!