Scented Salad of Perilla, Cucumber, and Sweet Ginger

When musky, sharp Korean perilla meets the bite of ginger and tartness of lime, the result is more mellow and balanced than you might guess. Cucumber provides crunch, juiciness, and a mild contrast. The full, bright flavors are a refreshing bed for grilled seafood or a complement to grain dishes.

Packets of individual “sesame leaves” offered at Korean markets are convenient for this quantity. Or buy bunched whole stalks and pick off and slice enough leaves to make 1 cup. The same st