Vinegared Cucumber Salad

Vinegared Cucumber Salad

YIELD: Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 pound Japanese or English cucumbers 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar 1/4 teaspoon instant dashi granules 1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil, or to taste PREPARATION In a dry small heavy skillet toast...
Vinegared Cucumber Salad

Tzatziki

YIELD: Makes 8 servings INGREDIENTS 2 English cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and shredded Kosher salt 3 cups plain nonfat yogurt 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped 2 tablespoons dried mint 12 to 14 leaves fresh mint, thinly sliced...