Description
California Roll Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly marries the crunch of fresh cucumbers and creamy avocado with the umami flavors of sushi ingredients. Ideal for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light dinner, this salad captures the essence of sunny days by the beach. With its colorful presentation and robust flavors, it’s sure to delight anyone who tries it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sliced English cucumbers
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded imitation crab meat
- 3 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Wash vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and dice the avocado.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar until combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- In a large bowl, gently combine cucumbers, avocado, and crab meat. Pour dressing over and toss carefully.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Before serving, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in shredded carrots or sliced radishes. To prevent browning of the avocado if preparing ahead of time, sprinkle lemon juice over the diced avocado before mixing.