California Roll Cucumber Salad
A fresh and vibrant salad inspired by California rolls, featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and savory imitation crab.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup imitation crab, shredded Or cooked crab
- 1 medium ripe avocado, diced Choose ripe for best flavor
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce Use gluten-free if needed
- 1 teaspoon sriracha Optional for heat
- 1 teaspoon sugar Or honey
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped nori, sliced green onions, and pickled ginger (optional) For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sriracha, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasonings as needed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced cucumbers, shredded imitation crab, and diced avocado.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and optional garnishes. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best flavor, allow the salad to marinate in the dressing for about 15 minutes before serving. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.