Step 1

Peel cucumber so it has alternating green stripes and thinly slice into rounds. Place in a mixing bowl and sprinkle about 1/4 teaspoon salt. Let sit for 15 minutes and squeeze the water out using your hands. Return the cucumber slices to the bowl and set aside.

Step 2

Soak the wakame in cold water for 5-6 minutes, or according to the directions on the package and drain. Add the wakame to the cucumber bowl along with the sesame seeds.

Step 3

Mix all the ingredients for the dressing and pour over the cucumber and wakame. Toss using chopsticks and serve, or top with shirasu and serve.