This Cucumber with Umeboshi Paste requires no cooking and ready to serve in 10 minutes!. It's authentically Japanese made with the traditional ingredient, umeboshi paste. This healthy and delicious recipe is vegan, and has no added oil, takes only 3 ingredients to make!
Place a whole cucumber on a cutting board. Cut off both ends, then use a rolling pin to beat it gently until the outer skin slightly cracks and the inside (flesh) has slightly broken down.
Cut the cucumber into bite size chunks then transfer to a prep bowl. Add umeboshi paste and toasted sesame seeds. Mix until the cucumber is evenly coated with the umeboshi paste.
Serve as is or with a bowl of steamed rice.
Notes
Umeboshi paste is very salty and sour. Be careful with adding too much.
As a non-oil-free option, add a few dashes of toasted sesame oil for some richness.
Any leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days.