California Roll Cucumber Salad: Refreshing, No-Cook Delight
California Roll Cucumber Salad: Refreshing, No-Cook Delight is a vibrant dish that brings the best of sushi flavors right to your table without any cooking required. This salad features the crispness of fresh English cucumbers, the creaminess of ripe avocado, and the delicate sweetness of crab (or imitation crab). Tossed in a rich dressing with a hint of umami from soy sauce, it’s a refreshing option perfect for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches. Ready in just ten minutes, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
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- 2 English cucumbers
- 1 cup crab or imitation crab (diced)
- 1 avocado (cubed)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 oz cream cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped radishes
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Slice English cucumbers into 1/8-inch thick rounds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the crab (or imitation crab) and gently fold it into the cucumbers.
- Cube the avocado and add it to the bowl just before serving.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise and soy sauce until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Add chopped scallions and radishes, folding them in for extra crunch.
- Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg