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California Roll Cucumber Salad

California Roll Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing No-Cook Treat

Enjoy a refreshing California Roll Cucumber Salad, capturing summer's essence with crisp cucumbers, sweet crab, and creamy avocado in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces English Cucumbers Can substitute with Persian cucumbers.
  • 1 cup Crab (or Imitation Crab) Imitation crab is cost-effective.
  • 1 piece Avocado Cube just before serving.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Scallions/Radishes Optional for crunch and flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Cream Cheese Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish and crunch.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice English cucumbers into 1/8-inch rounds, sprinkle with salt, and drain for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine drained cucumber slices, diced crab, and cubed avocado.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, cream cheese (if using), soy sauce, and sesame seeds until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving; garnish with extra sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cucumbers are drained well to avoid sogginess. Cube the avocado just before serving for freshness. Adjust dressing ingredients to taste.

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