California Roll Cucumber Salad
California Roll Cucumber Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that captures the essence of a classic sushi roll without the fuss. This vibrant salad features crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and sweet carrots tossed with imitation crab meat, all dressed in a zesty blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Perfect as a light side dish or for summer picnics, this easy-to-make salad is sure to impress your guests while tantalizing your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sliced cucumbers (about 2 medium cucumbers)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup imitation crab meat, chopped
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. Shred the carrots.
- Dice the avocado into cubes.
- In a large bowl, gently combine cucumbers, avocado, carrots, and imitation crab meat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss lightly.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in finely chopped green onions or cilantro. Store leftovers in an airtight container without dressing to maintain crispness.