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California Roll Cucumber Salad Recipe

California Roll Cucumber Salad Recipe
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A refreshing and flavorful California Roll Cucumber Salad that combines thinly sliced cucumbers, shredded imitation crab meat, creamy avocado, and a tangy Japanese-inspired dressing. This salad captures the essence of a California roll in a light, crunchy dish perfect for appetizers or side dishes.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup imitation crab meat, shredded
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 sheet nori, thinly sliced into strips (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (preferably Japanese Kewpie mayo)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for a spicy kick)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cucumbers: Thinly slice the cucumbers and place them in a colander. Lightly salt them and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Then, gently pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha (if using) until smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine Main Ingredients: Add the shredded imitation crab meat and diced avocado into the bowl with the dressing and gently toss to coat without breaking up the avocado.
  4. Add Cucumbers and Onions: Add the prepared cucumber slices and chopped green onions to the bowl. Stir gently to combine all ingredients without mashing the avocado.
  5. Garnish and Season: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and nori strips on top. Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
  6. Chill and Serve: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to crisp up.

Notes

  • Use Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise for authentic flavor, but regular mayonnaise can be substituted.
  • For a vegan version, substitute imitation crab with shredded hearts of palm or jackfruit and use vegan mayonnaise.
  • Sriracha is optional and can be adjusted based on your heat preference.
  • Make sure to pat cucumbers dry well to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 1 day for optimal freshness.

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Keywords: California roll salad, cucumber salad, imitation crab salad, Japanese salad, avocado salad, no-cook salad, summer salad

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