To ke a cold cucumber salad, also known as "凉拌黄瓜" in Chinese cuisine, you can follow these steps:

Ingre nts:
- 2 large cucumbers
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions, sesame seeds, chili flakes

Instructions:
1. Peel the cucumbers if desired, then slice them thinly.
2. Place the cucumber slices in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
3. Squeeze the cucumber slices gently to remove the excess water.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
5. Add the cucumber slices to the dressing and toss well to coat.
6. Let the salad rinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
7. Before serving, garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and chili flakes if desired.

Enjoy your refreshing cold cucumber salad!