Cucumber Basil Salad

Cucumber Basil Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 medium cucumbers
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lime peel
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil

Directions

Halve cucumbers lengthwise. Seed and slice crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. In a medium bowl combine cucumbers, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, lime peel, ginger, and crushed red pepper. Let stand for 15 minutes. Stir in basil. Serve with a slotted spoon.