Miso-Ginger Smashed Cucumber Salad -

Miso-Ginger Smashed Cucumber Salad

Smashing cucumbers creates jagged edges that trap dressings brilliantly. This chilled, crisp appetizer offers a cooling contrast to rich or spicy main dishes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Servings: 2

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2 English cucumbers, washed

1 tbsp white miso paste (ensure it is certified gluten-free)

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tsp toasted sesame oil

1 tsp grated ginger

1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Method

Place cucumbers on a cutting board and gently smash them using the flat side of a chef's knife or a rolling pin until they crack open. Cut into bite-sized chunks.

In a large bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger until smooth.

Toss the smashed cucumbers in the dressing, let them marinate for 5 minutes, and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Use certified GF tamari. Don't overcrowd pan. Serve immediately.