Description
Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight is the ultimate summer dish, perfect for warm days in Portland or any sunny spot. This refreshing salad combines the crisp, cool texture of fresh Persian cucumbers with the savory taste of imitation crab meat, creating a delightful balance that is both satisfying and light. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal option for picnics, barbecues, or a quick lunch at home. Packed with nutritious ingredients like green onions and sesame seeds, this salad is not only delicious but also a crowd-pleaser that will impress your guests. Whether enjoyed as a side dish or a light main course, this vibrant salad is sure to become a summertime favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Persian cucumber
- 6 oz defrosted imitation crab sticks
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1½ tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- A pinch of black pepper
- 1 chopped green onion stalk
- A pinch of roasted white sesame seeds
Instructions
- Wash and slice the Persian cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons. Place in a mixing bowl.
- Chop the imitation crab sticks into bite-sized pieces and add to the cucumber.
- In a separate bowl, mix together sea salt, Japanese mayonnaise, rice vinegar, garlic powder, sugar, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and crab mixture; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add chopped green onion and roasted sesame seeds; mix once more before serving.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg