Marinated Cucumber Scallion Salad

1/3 cup rice vinegar

3 TBSP. soy sauce

2 tsp. honey

1 TBSP. sesame oil

1 inch fresh ginger, grated

Red pepper flakes to taste

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup cilantro, chopped

4 scallions, chopped 

1 shallot, finely diced

2 lbs cucumbers, quartered lengthwise

1 TBSP. sesame seeds for serving

In the bottom of a shallow dish, whisk the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper flakes, and water. Toss in the cilantro, scallions, shallot, cucumbers, and sesame seeds. Allow to marinate for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days in the fridge. Toss occasionally. Serve cold and enjoy!