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Cucumber California Roll Salad

Cucumber California Roll Salad: Fresh, Crisp and Customizable Delight

A vibrant Fresh Cucumber California Roll Salad bursting with flavor, perfect for warm days and customizable for all dietary preferences.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 2-3 pieces Seedless cucumbers Crisp and refreshing
  • 8 ounces Imitation crab meat Can substitute with shrimp or chicken
  • 1-2 pieces Ripe avocados Provides creaminess and healthy fats
  • Nori seaweed Optional but adds traditional sushi flavor
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise Japanese mayo enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Can substitute with canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon Soy sauce Ensure it's gluten-free if needed
  • Sriracha Adjust amount according to heat preference
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds Enhance texture and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice Prevents avocado from browning

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash seedless cucumbers and slice into small cubes, then set aside.
  2. Cut avocados in half, remove pits, dice, and drizzle lime juice to prevent browning.
  3. Flake imitation crab meat into smaller pieces and place into a mixing bowl.
  4. Whisk together mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sriracha until smooth.
  5. Combine diced cucumbers, flaked crab, and diced avocados; fold gently.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the mixed ingredients and toss gently to coat.
  7. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and strips of nori on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dress the salad just before serving to maintain crispness. Store leftovers without dressing for up to 2 days.

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