Are you looking for an easy and healthy Japanese recipe? Try this Quick Pickled Cucumber with Ginger. This delicious and super refreshing pickles require only 4 ingredients to prepare in 20 minutes! It's vegan and gluten-free.
Partially peel the skin of English cucumber (optional but it absorbs the flavor better.) Cut it in half lengthwise. Use a grapefruit spoon (or teaspoon) to remove the core (seeds) and then slice the remaining flesh into 1/2-inch width.
Transfer the cucumber to a medium bowl. Sprinkle salt on the cucumber. Massage gently and let it stand for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Gently squeeze the cucumber to remove excess water. Add ginger and rice vinegar. Adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed. Mix well. Let it stand for another 5 minutes.
Serve immediately or let it cool down in the fridge. Consume within 1-2 days.