Asian Sesame Cucumber Braai Salad

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Ingredients

• 500g. Persian cucumbers
• Kosher salt
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp. sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/2 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. grated peeled fresh ginger
• 1/2 tsp. honey
• 1/3 c. cilantro, roughly chopped
• Chili oil, for serving

Directions

1. Halve each cucumber lengthwise and, with side of chef’s knife, bash it slightly to crush, then cut each half into 4 to 6 chunks. Transfer cucumbers to bowl and toss with 2 tsp salt. Let sit 10 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together sesame oil, sesame seeds, soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger, and honey.
3. Transfer cucumbers to colander and rinse, then shake off as much water as possible. Add to bowl with dressing and toss to combine, then toss with cilantro. Serve drizzled with chili oil if desired.