Description

Enjoy a fresh and crunchy California Roll Cucumber Salad inspired by classic sushi flavors. This vibrant salad combines thinly sliced cucumbers, creamy avocado, and savory imitation crab meat, all tossed in a tangy and slightly spicy Japanese-style dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or quick lunch, it offers a delightful texture with optional sushi rice for added bite. Garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and nori strips, this no-cook salad brings the essence of California rolls to your table in minutes.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

2 cups cucumber, thinly sliced (Persian or English cucumbers preferred)
1/2 cup imitation crab meat, shredded or chopped
1 avocado, diced
1/2 cup cooked sushi rice (optional, for extra texture)

Dressing Ingredients

1 tablespoon mayonnaise (or Japanese mayo)
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon sriracha (optional)

Garnishes

1 tablespoon green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Optional nori strips for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha (if using) to create a smooth and flavorful dressing.
Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently combine the thinly sliced cucumbers, shredded or chopped imitation crab meat, diced avocado, and cooked sushi rice if using, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Toss with Dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all components thoroughly without mashing the avocado or cucumbers.
Add Garnishes: Sprinkle sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and optional nori strips on top to give the salad an authentic sushi-style finish and an appealing crunch.
Serve Immediately: For the best texture and fresh flavors, serve the salad immediately after preparation to prevent the avocado and cucumbers from softening.

Notes

For a low-carb version, skip the sushi rice to reduce carbohydrates.
Substitute imitation crab with real crab, shrimp, or cooked salmon for added protein and different flavor variations.
This salad is best enjoyed fresh, as the avocado and cucumbers may soften and release water if left to sit too long.