Cucumbers with Soy Sesame Dressing

Description
This is a refreshing, Asian inspired cucumber salad. I got this from the Williams Sonoma "Cooking from the Farmers Market" cookbook. The Sugar listed in the ingredients list was not in the original recipe, but I added it to suit our tastes. Cook time is maximum marinating time.



Ingredients

 * 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
 * 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
 * 1 tablespoon peanut oil
 * 1 tablespoon soy sauce
 * ½ teaspoon sesame oil
 * ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
 * ½-1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
 * 2 medium cucumbers, slices paper thin
 * ¼ cup minced red onions
 * 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

 * 1) In a bowl, combine the rice vinegar, peanut oil, soy sauce, sesame oil and crushed red pepper and sugar (if using) and wisk well.
 * 2) Add cucumbers and red onion, and toss them in dressing.
 * 3) Cover and refrigerate for an hour or up to 24 hours.
 * 4) To serve, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro.
 * 5) Can be served chilled or at room temperature.