ASIAN CUCUMBER AND RED PEPPER SALAD

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This is a tweaked recipe of mine that is near and dear to me as a go-to side in the summer months. **Use pickling cucumbers if possible to prevent the salad from being soggy. **This is best prepared in a metal bowl to retain the chill once served.

Provided by Frank Gerace @Frank_Gerace

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 - red peppers, cut into large pieces
2 - cucumbers, sliced thin (skins removed if desired)
1/4 cup(s) rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon(s) sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
1 pinch(es) red pepper flakes
3 tablespoon(s) sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Begin by roasting your peppers seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a 400 degree oven for about 15 minutes or until they begin to char.
  • While the peppers roast, slice cucumbers as thin as possible either by hand or using a mandolin. Place in a medium bowl.
  • Prepare the dressing using all other ingredients except sesame seeds.
  • Chop peppers once cooled and place in bowl with cucumbers and sesame seeds.
  • Dress salad and let sit in fridge for 30 mins before serving.

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