Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers. You can use a mandoline or a sharp knife to achieve thin slices. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or sugar), minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers in the mixing bowl.
Toss the cucumbers and dressing together until the cucumbers are well coated.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad and toss them in.
If you like a bit of heat, you can add some red chili flakes or fresh chili pepper slices at this point.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish the salad with thinly sliced green onions and fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve your Asian Cucumber Sesame Salad as a refreshing side dish with your favorite Asian-inspired meal.Enjoy your delicious and refreshing Asian Cucumber Sesame Salad!