This Smashed Asian Cucumber Salad Is the Only Thing You'll Want to Eat on a Hot Day - Gimme Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 small Persian cucumbers (or 1 large English cucumber), ends trimmed
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (unseasoned)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1–2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon sugar (or honey)
• 1 teaspoon chili crisp or chili oil (adjust to your spice level)
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro or mint leaves for garnish (optional)