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California Roll Cucumber Salad

California Roll Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Summer Treat

A refreshing California Roll Cucumber Salad perfect for summer, combining crisp cucumbers with crab and avocado in a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces English Cucumbers Substitute with Persian cucumbers if desired
  • 8 oz Crab or Imitation Crab Imitation crab for a budget-friendly option
  • 1 piece Avocado Cubed just before serving
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Scallions or Radishes Optional add-ons
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Adjust to taste
  • 2 oz Cream Cheese Optional
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce For umami flavor
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • Mandolin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prep Cucumbers: Slice the English cucumbers into 1/8-inch rounds and sprinkle with salt, letting them drain for 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine drained cucumber slices with diced crab and cubed avocado, stirring carefully.
  3. Step 3: Combine Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, cream cheese (if using), soy sauce, and sesame seeds until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss.
  5. Step 5: Serve: Serve immediately or chill briefly, garnishing with additional sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, combine the avocado and dressing just before serving.

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