# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
04 - 2 scallions, finely sliced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
08 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce (or gluten-free soy sauce as needed)
10 - 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
11 - 1 garlic clove, finely minced
12 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
13 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
→ Garnish
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
# Directions:
01 - Combine cucumber slices, red onion, julienned carrot, scallions, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk rice vinegar, sesame oil, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey or sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili if using until well combined.
03 - Pour the dressing evenly over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients.
04 - Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors blend.
05 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top just before serving.
