Recipe: Cucumber Ginger Salad

Enjoy this quick and easy salad recipe for a fresh twist on the classic cucumber salad. The addition of ginger and rice vinegar offers a unique Asian flavor, and with just a few simple ingredients, this one will taste like a gourmet treat without all the work. Best prepared ahead, this is great for a summer picnic or barbecue, pot-luck style - you may want to increase the size of the recipe as this one won't last long!

Cucumber Ginger Salad

Ingredients:

2 large cucumbers, peeled
1/3 cup rice vinegar
4 tsp white sugar
1 tsp kosher salt
1 1/2 tsp minced fresh ginger root

Directions:

• Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise and remove any large seeds and extra pulpy flesh if necessary.
• Slice into very thin pieces, crosswise, into crescent shapes.
• In a bowl whisk together the vinegar, sugar, salt, and ginger.
• Add the cucumbers to the bowl and toss together until well coated.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving so the flavors blend well.