Smashed Cucumber Salad

Ingredients

• Cucumbers, smashed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Sesame seeds

Dressing

• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp black vinegar
• 1/2 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-2 tsp chili crisp

Directions

• Toss the smashed cucumbers with the salt and let sit for 10-15 minutes. Drain out any excess liquid.
• Add the dressing to the cucumbers and mix until thoroughly combined.
• Top with sesame seeds and serve. (Keep it in the fridge to marinate a couple of hours for extra flavor.)

From Ian Rivero on Instagram.